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Colorado
Mount of the Holy Cross #2009
1.6 mi
Distance
2,520 ft
Gain
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Inside White River National Forest
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Mount of the Holy Cross #2009
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.6 mi
- Elevation gain
- 5,160 ft
- Elevation loss
- 5,160 ft
- Highest point
- 14,004 ft
- Lowest point
- 11,448 ft
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About this route
Mount of the Holy Cross #2009 is a short out-and-back ski tour in Colorado's high country, offering an accessible introduction to backcountry skiing with scenic alpine views. The 1.58-mile route suits intermediate skiers looking for a manageable day tour with good snow coverage during winter and spring months. Expect variable snow conditions typical of Colorado's high-elevation terrain.
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