Colorado · Hiking · Holy Cross Wilderness · Near Leadville

Notch Mountain

Notch MountainPhoto: kalestews, CC BY 2.0 (via Flickr)
5.8 mi
round trip
1,835 ft
climb
13,086 ft
high point
Out and back
route

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Notch Mountain is a 5.8-mile out-and-back hike in Colorado's Holy Cross Wilderness, part of the Holy Cross Ranger District of the White River National Forest. The trail climbs from about 11,250 feet to 13,086 feet, a gain of 1,835 feet, and is rated moderate. The Forest Service manages the land, and the route is on natural surface. Horses are allowed, but bikes are not. The trip is open year-round, and the surrounding wilderness makes it a destination for a full day in the backcountry. Fall Creek lies about 1.7 miles away, and Mount of the Holy Cross is about 2 miles off. Halfmoon Campground, about 2.1 miles away, offers a place to stay. Homestake Creek, roughly 3 miles away, is a paddling option.

Around this trail

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  • Sleep close

    Halfmoon Campground

    Campground

    Campground · 2.1 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Hot Heads Chicken

    Fast food

    On your way back · 17 mi · Open after 6

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