Col de l'Echelle

Hautes-Alpes, France

Out-and-back trail in Hautes-Alpes, France. Cross-country skiing.

Distance
3.5 mi (5.6 km)
Elevation Gain
627 ft (191 m)
Est. Time
1 hr 10 min
High point
5,830 ft (1,777 m)
Difficulty
Easy
Route type
Out & back

Features

Along the way

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Questions about Col de l'Echelle

How long is Col de l'Echelle?

Col de l'Echelle is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 10 min. It climbs 627 ft (191 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,830 ft (1,777 m).

How hard is Col de l'Echelle?

GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Col de l'Echelle?

Parking at the start.

Are there water and toilets on Col de l'Echelle?

Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.

Is Col de l'Echelle shaded?

Partly shaded (46% under trees).

What can you do on Col de l'Echelle?

Best for Cross-country skiing.

Where can you eat near Col de l'Echelle?

L'Échaillon, 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Épicerie Nev'alpin, 0.2 mi (0.3 km).

Is this a good week for Col de l'Echelle?

GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.

Trails near Col de l'Echelle

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