Maroon Bells to Crater Lake

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Difficulty: ⭐⭐

Scenery: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

Mileage: 3.5 mi

Region: Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness

Elev. Gain: 688 ft

When to Go: Jun—Oct

Avg. Time: 2 hr

Parking: Large paved lot

Type: Out + Back

Pass: None

AllTrails: Route

Trailhead Coordinates:

39.098588, -106.940659

 

Know Before You Go:

  • Tack on the Scenic Loop around Maroon Bells

  • Take a dip in Crater Lake!

  • During peak season, Jun-Oct, the road to Maroon Bells is closed to private vehicles during certain hours. Tickets for the shuttle bus to the trailhead can be reserved and purchased in advance here.