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A switchbacking scramble up scree and choss to the top of Mount Sheridan.


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0.7

Miles

1.1

KM

65%

Runnable

13,750' 4,191 m

High

13,128' 4,002 m

Low

622' 190 m

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Down

17%

Avg Grade (10°)

48%

Max Grade (25°)

Dogs Off-leash

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Similar to the surrounding trails and routes, this lies on private mining property. Any misuse could prevent future access.

Runner Notes

If you like uphill, this ascent can take upwards of twenty minutes with rewarding views and a windbreak at the top.

Description

Head southwest from the saddle between Mount Sherman and Mount Sheridan, up to this nearly straight ascent. Given the unconsolidated nature of the scree and rock, there are a number of branching routes to the top. To prevent further impact, try to find the most well trod of the bunch and start the uphill trek.

At the top, you'll find a short saddle heading northwest to a large cairn and windbreak for cover. There are beautiful views west toward the Sawatch Range, south along the Mosquito Range, and north back toward Mount Sherman.

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Zander Göpfert

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#9

in Leadville

#28311

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in Leadville

#2,371

in Colorado

#28,311

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The short saddle at the top of Mount Sheridan with the windbreak at the end.
Jul 24, 2017 near Leadville, CO
A beautiful view of Mount Sherman from Mount Sheridan.
Jul 24, 2017 near Leadville, CO
The intersection between Iowa Gulch Trail, Mount Sheridan Route, and the trail to ascend Mount Sherman. Note the braided trails up the shaded north side of Mount Sheridan.
Jul 24, 2017 near Leadville, CO

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