Mount Yale (Southwest Slopes)

Sawatch Range • Buena Vista, Colorado

hardout and back

9.5

Miles

4,300

Elevation Gain (ft)

Hours

14,199

High Point (ft)

Trail Description

Popular Collegiate Peak with a steep but straightforward Class 2 standard route from the Denny Creek Trailhead. The summit views span the Arkansas Valley and the rest of the Collegiate Peaks.

Trail Highlights

Collegiate Peak

Steep but straightforward

Arkansas Valley views

Denny Creek Trailhead

Best Seasons

☀️summer

🍂fall

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Trail Information

County:Chaffee

Nearest City:Buena Vista

Parking Pass:No Pass Required

Dog-Friendly:Yes

Kid-Friendly:No

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