Porcupine Saddle
Arapaho National Forest, Clear Creek County, CO
Point-to-point trail in Arapaho National Forest, Clear Creek County, CO. Downhill skiing.
- Distance
- 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 12,320 ft (3,755 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Questions about Porcupine Saddle
How long is Porcupine Saddle?
Porcupine Saddle is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) long. Most people take about 10 min.
How hard is Porcupine Saddle?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Porcupine Saddle?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Porcupine Saddle?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Porcupine Saddle shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Porcupine Saddle?
Best for Downhill skiing.
Where can you eat near Porcupine Saddle?
Ptarmigan Roost, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Porcupine Saddle?
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.
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- Bennett's Bowl Arapaho National Forest · Moderate · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Fire Bowl Arapaho National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.7 km)
- Fire Bowl Ungroomed Arapaho National Forest · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.3 km)
- Straight Flush Arapaho National Forest · Moderate · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Dealer's Choice Arapaho National Forest · Moderate · 0.5 mi (0.7 km)
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