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Leadville Colorado - Hiking

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Hiking of all varieties and for all difficulty levels is abundant near Leadville, from the highest peaks in Colorado to less ambitious trails through the surrounding countryside. Local trails connect to several long-distance routes such as the Colorado Trail.



Big Willis Gulch Trail Intermediate
11 mile roundtrip 6 to 7 hours
Leads to Willis Lake and a mine just beyond the lake.

Black Cloud Trail Difficult
11 mile roundtrip 7 to 8 hours
Passes through spruce-fir and aspen stands, then through some rock beds to ruins of mining operations and cabins.

Echo Canyon Trail Intermediate
2.6 mile roundtrip 1.5 hours
Excellent opportunities for viewing high alpine scenery and wildlife.

Hope Pass Trail Intermediate
10 mile roundtrip 5.5 to 6.5 hours
This is a popular trail run, as it is the "crux" of the infamous Leadville Trail 100 foot race!

Missouri Gulch Trail 13.6 mile roundtrip 7 to 8 hours
This area is extremely popular with climbers with access to Mt. Belford, Mt. Oxford and Missouri Mountain.

Rich Creek Trail Intermediate
16 mile roundtrip 8 to 9.5 hours
Rich Creek Trail provides access into the Buffalo Creek Wilderness Area.

Ridgeview Trail Intermediate
2.8 mile roundtrip 1.5 to 2 hours
This trail enters the Buffalo Peak Wilderness at the saddle.


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