Colorado · Hiking · Near Estes Park

Longs Peak Trail

Longs Peak TrailPhoto: markbyzewski, CC BY 2.0 (via Flickr)
13.7 mi
round trip
4,856 ft
climb
14,249 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Longs Peak Trail open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Rocky Mountain National Park. It doesn't name Longs Peak Trail, so check the source for the area it covers.

  • Prescribed Fire Operations are Underway near Beaver Meadows Visitor Center

    Park closure covering Rocky Mountain National Park · NPS · Rocky Mountain National Park

As of · Source: NPS · Rocky Mountain National Park. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Longs Peak Trail is a 6.8-mile out-and-back hike located near Colorado in Colorado. This route offers hikers a substantial journey through the Rocky Mountain landscape. The out-and-back format means visitors will retrace their steps on the return journey, making route-finding straightforward. The trail provides access to one of Colorado's most iconic peaks and is popular with hikers seeking a challenging mountain experience. The 6.8-mile distance reflects the one-way trek, so plan for approximately 13.6 miles of total hiking for the full out-and-back route. This hike is suitable for those with moderate to advanced hiking experience. Hikers should come prepared with adequate water, weather-appropriate gear, and sturdy footwear. Given the mountain elevation and exposure typical of peak trails in this region, weather conditions can change rapidly, so checking forecasts before heading out is recommended. The trail offers rewarding views and a sense of accomplishment for those who complete the full distance. This is a popular destination during the hiking season, so arriving early can help secure parking and beat crowds.

Around this trail

Add any of these when you start a trip
  • Sleep close

    Longs Peak Campground

    Campground

    Campground · 0.2 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Spruce Dining

    Restaurant

    On your way back · 5 mi · Open after 6

Places © OpenStreetMap contributors · Photos: Matt Golon, CC BY-SA 3.0 (commons)

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Route details

Distance
13.7 mi round trip
Climbing
About 4,856 ft
Starts at
Longs Peak Trailhead (about 9,392 ft)
Summit
14,245 ft
Difficulty
Hard

Getting there

Park at Longs Peak Trailhead.

Questions about this route

How long is the Longs Peak Trail on Longs Peak?

About 13.7 mi round trip from Longs Peak Trailhead (about 9,392 ft).

How much elevation gain is on the Longs Peak Trail?

About 4,856 ft of climbing round trip.

How hard is the Longs Peak Trail?

It is rated hard.

Where does the Longs Peak Trail start?

Longs Peak Trailhead (about 9,392 ft).

Conditions and forecast on Longs Peak

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at the summit and route start for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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