Distance
7.6 mi to summit
16.9 mi total
Elevation
8,452 ft start
14,085 ft max
Vertical
5,839 ft gain
Time
6 hr 19 min to summit
12 hr 17 min total
This was my first hike up the South Colony trail. It was an uneventful road walk, but after reaching the old trailhead, the views improved dramatically going up the trail towards Humboldt. This area is truly a Colorado gem. There were lots of campers and hikers out enjoying the perfect weather on this Labor Day weekend. I took my time and made it a full-day outing to soak it all in.
