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Monarch Pass


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Monarch Pass

Monarch Pass is a mountain pass on the Continental Divide located near Salida, CO.

Monarch Pass: 

There is a 6 mile trail with 2,000-3,000' vertical gain.

Old Monarch Pass: 

4 miles roundtrip up the Old Monarch Pass road near the ski area to the Continental Divide. Easy with a 350' elevation gain. Beautiful views west from the top.

  • Suitable Activities: Backcountry Nordic Skiing, Backcountry Skiing/Splitboarding
  • Seasons: January, February, March, April, December
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  • Avalanche Terrain Rating Simple View avalanche forecast.
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Length: 4.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 350 ft
  • 11,350 ft
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