Shadow Mountain Trail
Trail
3.3 mile
5.4 kilometer
point to point
84% Runnable
Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
1,448'
441 m
Descent: 0' 0 m
High: 9,901' 3,018 m
Low: 8,453' 2,577 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 8% (5°)
Max Grade: 17% (9°)
Dogs
No Dogs
Weather
All Clear
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“A switchbacking trail that climbs gradually to just below the summit of Shadow Mountain.”
— Brian Smith
Features
Birding · Fall Colors · Lake · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife
Description
Eventually, you'll reach a sign that directs you to the fire tower. Follow the trail to the fire tower and climb the tower for stunning panoramic views. To the west, the Never Summer Range dominates the horizon. Additionally you'll have great views of Grand, Shadow Mountain and Granby Lakes from the tower.
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Contacts
Land Manager: National Park Service - Rocky Mountain National Park
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