West Maroon Portal Trail
Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness, Pitkin County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness, Pitkin County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Walking.
- Distance
- 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 525 ft (160 m)
- Est. Time
- 50 min
- High point
- 9,803 ft (2,988 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about West Maroon Portal Trail
How long is West Maroon Portal Trail?
West Maroon Portal Trail is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) long. Most people take about 50 min. It climbs 525 ft (160 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,803 ft (2,988 m).
How hard is West Maroon Portal Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for West Maroon Portal Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on West Maroon Portal Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is West Maroon Portal Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (73% under trees).
What can you do on West Maroon Portal Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Walking. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for West Maroon Portal Trail?
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 West Maroon Portal Trail
- West Maroon Portal Link Trail White River National Forest · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Maroon Lake Trail White River National Forest · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- East Maroon Trail Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness · Expert · 17 mi (27.3 km)
- The Landry Line Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness · Expert · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- West Maroon Trail Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness · Expert · 14.5 mi (23.3 km)
- Maroon Creek Trail White River National Forest · Hard · 6.3 mi (10.1 km)
- North Maroon Peak Northeast Ridge Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness · Expert · 1.8 mi (3 km)
- Maroon Peak Trail Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness · Hard · 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
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