Maroon Bells to Crater Lake
ANY
HI
YES
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
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.