Hiking in the Holy Cross Wilderness
3 trails in this Colorado region — with elevation, distance, and seasonal recommendations.
Holy Cross Wildernesshard
Lake Constantine Trail
8.5 mi1,900′ gain6h
From the Half Moon Trailhead near the Mount of the Holy Cross, climb to Lake Constantine. The lake sits at 11,400 feet below Notch Mountain. Famous alpine lake in the Holy Cross Wilderness.
🐕 Dog-Friendly
Holy Cross Wildernessmoderate
Half Moon Trail
3 mi1,200′ gain3h
From the Half Moon Trailhead, climb to Half Moon Pass with views of Mount of the Holy Cross. The standard approach for the 14er summit attempt, or stop at the pass for the views. East Cross Creek camps are below for backpackers.
🐕 Dog-Friendly
Holy Cross Wildernessmoderate
East Cross Creek Trail
6 mi1,500′ gain4h
From the Half Moon Pass area, descend into East Cross Creek valley with views back to Mount of the Holy Cross. The standard backpacker approach for Holy Cross attempts; East Cross Creek camp is at the base of the standard route.
🐕 Dog-Friendly