Notch Mountain Trail
White River National Forest • Minturn, Colorado
hardout and back
9.9
Miles
2,831
Elevation Gain (ft)
6
Hours
13,237
High Point (ft)
Trail Description
Climb to the summit of Notch Mountain in the Holy Cross Wilderness for one of Colorado's most iconic views: the cross-shaped snow couloir on Mount of the Holy Cross. A historic stone shelter sits at the top.
Trail Highlights
Mount of the Holy Cross views
Historic stone shelter
Holy Cross Wilderness
13,000-foot summit
Best Seasons
☀️summer
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Trail Information
County:Eagle
Nearest City:Vail
Parking Pass:No Pass Required
Dog-Friendly:Yes
Kid-Friendly:No
Nearby Trails in White River National Forest
Connected pages
- Hikes near Vail
All curated trails in the Vail area.
- Hiking in the White River National Forest
Regional trail guide.
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