Kit Carson Peak and Challenger Point
Sangre de Cristo • Crestone, Colorado
expertout and back
14.5
Miles
6,000
Elevation Gain (ft)
14
Hours
14,165
High Point (ft)
Trail Description
Two 14ers in one long day via the West Ridge from Willow Lake. Challenger Point first, then a tricky route-finding section called the Avenue to reach Kit Carson. Class 3.
Trail Highlights
Two 14ers in one day
Kit Carson Avenue traverse
Willow Lake approach
Class 3 route-finding
Best Seasons
☀️summer
🍂fall
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Trail Information
County:Saguache
Nearest City:Westcliffe
Parking Pass:No Pass Required
Dog-Friendly:No
Kid-Friendly:No
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