Mount of the Holy Cross #2009
Holy Cross Wilderness, Eagle County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Holy Cross Wilderness, Eagle County, CO. Ski touring & Hiking.
- Distance
- 10.5 mi (16.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 5,538 ft (1,688 m)
- Est. Time
- 9 hr 50 min
- High point
- 13,953 ft (4,253 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from start
- Peak: Mount of the Holy Cross 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Mount of the Holy Cross #2009
How long is Mount of the Holy Cross #2009?
Mount of the Holy Cross #2009 is 10.5 mi (16.8 km) long. Most people take about 9 hr 50 min. It climbs 5,538 ft (1,688 m) in total, up to a high point of 13,953 ft (4,253 m).
How hard is Mount of the Holy Cross #2009?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mount of the Holy Cross #2009?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Halfmoon Trailhead.
Are there water and toilets on Mount of the Holy Cross #2009?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Mount of the Holy Cross #2009 shaded?
Partly shaded (52% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Mount of the Holy Cross #2009?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Mount of the Holy Cross #2009?
Best for Ski touring. Also: Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Mount of the Holy Cross #2009?
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 Mount of the Holy Cross #2009
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- Martin Creek Trail White River National Forest · Moderate · 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Line Shack Connector White River National Forest · Hard · 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
- Game Creek White River National Forest · Hard · 8.3 mi (13.4 km)
- Cougar Ridge White River National Forest · Expert · 11.2 mi (18.1 km)
- Stone Creek Return White River National Forest · Expert · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
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