Trip Overview: The Four Pass Loop in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness is one of the premiere backpacking loops in Colorado. You — and other hikers from across the Northwest — have posted 163,037 Trip Reports to date. We did 4 pass loop clockwise last July. Four Pass Loop, near Aspen, Colorado. Small group sizes. 785' to 800' Trail reported in good condition and snow free. Guided by true professionals with professional experience coaching riders worldwide. 4 Pass Loop - 26.8 Miles Round-Trip The 4 Pass Loop runs 26.8 miles through the heart of the Elk Mountains and Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness. This popular 3-4 day backpacking loop around the stunningly beautiful Maroon Bells climbs four 12,000-ft. passes and traverses some of the most amazing scenery in the Maroon Bells / Snowmass Wilderness area. It's prime time for running in the high country and an attempt at the Four Pass Loop in Aspen was on tap this weekend.This classic and bucket list loop around the Maroon Bells consists of 27 miles, 8000' of climbing, and going up and over four 12,000+ passes. The easier entrance is via Corkscrew Gulch. You may also write a Trip Report or search the WTA Hiking Guide to learn more details about hikes. Trail Conditions. During the trek you hike over four … Destination: Four Pass Loop, Maroon Bells/Snowmass Wilderness Distance: 28 miles round-trip Time on the trail: 4 days, 3 nights Date: July 3-6 Trip Itinerary: Pre-hike: Flew in late on July 1st and spent the night in Denver. We had great views of South Maroon: South Maroon (the standard route is up there somewhere). The 4 Pass Loop runs 26.8 miles through the heart of the Elk Mountains and Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. with Four Stream Trail. In Animas Forks, stay on the Engineer Pass trail to the left.

At 28 miles in length, this loop is typically hiked over the course of 3 to 5 days depending on your fitness level. This is located on the left side of the road. Campsites, creek crossings, and cross-valley views pepper the 6.25-mile climb to pass number one: 12,500-foot West Maroon. Along the way, the trail passes historic Camp Parker, marked by historic tree carvings.

This itinerary follows a clockwise direction, which saves the best scenery for last and the steepest trails for the downhill. 785' to 4150' No recent report, expect winter conditions. The closest comparison to this route is the four pass loop around Maroon Bells. We rely on community trail reports, please email us your trail … Backpacking the Four Pass Loop in the Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness near Aspen is a hiker’s dream. If the lot is full you may drive 1/4 mile down the road to the West Maroon Portal parking lot. Discussions regarding Aspen Four-Pass Loop in the Maroon Bells Wilderness of Colorado and extensions to loop. Caring service for riders and passengers. Follow Engineer Pass all the way to Lake City or cut off at Animas Forks and head towards Silverton. People hike (or more like trail run) the Four Pass Loop in a day. 2.8 miles. From Trail Rider summit (12,500'), enjoy sweeping views of the remote West Elks & brace your skeleton for the steepest, most jarring descent of the day. There are shimmering lakes, alpine meadows, lush green forests, and the bright red peaks of Elks tower all around you at every turn. The trail leading up to Seven-Up Gap can be seen faintly in the distance. Two hikers beat feet on a trail in the heart of the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness in summer 2017. We left the trailhead late, 2 p.m. so we were ok with saving West Maroon and Frigid Air for the next day. Welcome to the Trail Conditions page. Access to this lot after 8:30 AM requires a stop at the Forest Service Welcome Station on Maroon Creek Road for an overnight pass. Wagonwheel Lake Trail: Trailhead to & including Wagonwheel Lake. The following gallery tours the loop clockwise, from Maroon Lake to West Maroon Pass, Frigid Air Pass, Trail Rider Pass and Buckskin Pass. 3/25/20.

From the shores of Maroon Lake, this lollipop-loop climbs to Crater Lake and turns south for a clockwise loop around the Maroon Bells.