There once was a Army Training Center there for the 10th Mountain Division during WW2. Warren and Mt. Spalding sits just to the north of Mt. Reviewed July 18, 2018 . The trail up to Spalding was relatively easy to follow and was mostly easy class 1 trail. The latter has long been the highest paved road in North America (5th highest in the world) and is only open in the summer. Evans Wilderness written by linhartb. The most difficult approach leads west around Summit Lake (counter-clockwise) to Mount Spalding, then along the northwest ridge of Mount Evans to the top. The route to the top of Mount Evans, one of America’s highest auto roads, is usually accessible from Memorial Day to Labor Day and is … Evans - West Ridge via Mt. From the top of Spalding (13,000 ft or so), you'll follow the ridge in a counter clockwise motion. Mount Evans Pål Jørgen on the summit. Evans. Today was the easy, almost cheating, path. There were a few tricky boulder moves. Ironically, the footprints in the snow here made routefinding a cinch and I made great time moving through the somewhat now familiar rock along the west ridge of Evans. Having flown out to Denver and spent my evenings in Dillon, I began my tour with La Plata Peak yesterday as a full-blown acclimation hike. Evans Road, through the entrance station and take this all … From this point you can ski down to Summit Lake or continue to the West Ridge of Mount Evans. I was doing my best to stay off the tundra and hop from rock to rock to keep moving along. THIS SITE IS NO LONGER BEING UPDATED. Evans Trail and climbs up the East Ridge of Mount Spalding. Spalding, From there, the trail descends to a saddle, then climbs the west ridge of Mount Evans to a point just below the summit, where it joins the Mount Evans National Recreation Trail. Several other routes on the mountain merge with and finish to the summit via the upper part of the West Ridge Route. I started into this path and quickly found it was a no go. Dates of Access: Open Memorial Day to Labor Day to the Summit. It's more fun to climb Evans and do the 2nd class scramble over to Spalding though. Bierstadt to the right. Evans- Summit Lake. The legs were initially a little tight after yesterday's La Plata expedition but they quickly began to loosen. to the fee station. Conservation Area - Dinosaur Hill, Trailhead Lat/Long: 39.598061º N; 105.640394º W, Fee: $10 (Annual National Parks Pass Accepted). Elevation Gain: 1,718 ft. Start Time: 8:45am Summit Time: 10:35am. Posts about Mt. It turned out to be a good acclimation hike for me on my path to Pikes. From I-70, exit #240 and head south on HWY 103 (toward Mt Evans) for 13 miles to Echo Lake. Drive along the slopes of Mount Evans, a Colorado 14er standing at 14,264 ft. 5 switchbacks down from the summit, on a tight hairpin turn, is a small parking area near 13,900ft. Most parties will probably opt for climbing from a camp in the vicinity of Ingalls Lake. Summit Lake is just a 5 mi drive away from the summit -- it invites you for a short break and offers some paths around/ along the lake. I packed light for today with about 2 liters of water, some snacks and my jacket. The Mt Evans Trail banks left and climbs steeply with several short rock scrambles to the top of the Summit Lake cirque basin (1.0 miles : 13,717'). Continue under the cliff bands to reach the saddle between Mt. Summit Lake Park At an elevation of 12,840 feet, Summit Lake Park anchors the high-altitude end of the Mountain Parks system. > Box O’Rox > Summit Loop >Rooney Valley... Corwina Park - Bear Creek Trail to Panorama Point, Dedisse Park to Aldefer/Three Sisters Park, Genesee Park - Chavez > Beaver Brook Loop, Lookout Mountain Park - Buffalo Bill Trail, Red Rocks Park - Trading Post>Geologic Overlook Loop, Standley Lake Regional Park - South Trails, Betasso Preserve - Canyon & Benjamin Loops, N. Cheyenne Canyon Park - Mt. This trail is the primary hiking trail to the summit of Mt. Mt Evans allows you a great view of the Rocky Mountains. Chicago Lakes Lookout from Summit Lake is a 0.5 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Idaho Springs, Colorado that offers scenic views and is good for all skill levels. The Nature Center and trailheads are located in the heart of Mt. We crossed over the top of the Sunrise Couloir at the saddle of Mount Evans and Mount Spalding and then began the short ascent to the summit of Mount Spalding. Evans and Summit Lake seen from 13er Mt. I quickly made my way along the rest of the ridge, trying to shortcut a bit onto the tourist trail and finally found myself on the summit at 10:35am for a 1:50 climb of Evans. Bierstadt, and even Denver if it's a low atmosphere day. Mt. Also note slightly to the left and behind the Sawtooth, the top of Mt. Goliath Natural Area is a must-see stop between the byway entrance and Summit Lake. Drive on and this excellent paved road (the highest in the USA) will take you past Summit Lake and eventually to a large parking area that is a breathless, five-minute stroll from the 15th highest summit in Colorado. The views to the west from here are breathtaking. Since my shoulder injury ruined those plans, I decided to hike up the side of Mt Evans on the summit trail. Descend via the same route. From Mount Evans, we worked our way west on the ridge and into a slightly annoying head wind. Distance: 2.95 mi. Evans (elev. Evans. Once crossing the ridge you'll be hit hard with some stunning views of the lake, Mt. Colorado, United States, North America. We were impressed with how well kempt the whole area was including even the pit toilets. Its southwest side connects to the Sawtooth Ridge between Evans and Bierstadt also. Spalding onto Mt. I read reviews about the intense drive along cliffs with no guard rail. Drive along the slopes of Mount Evans, a Colorado 14er standing at 14,264 ft. 5 switchbacks down from the summit, on a tight hairpin turn, is a small parking area near 13,900ft. To get here you need to drive Mount Evans Scenic Byway (Mt Evans Rd) which costs 10 dollars to the summit. This is a well traveled path that features incredible views, takes hikers past the gorgeous Chicago Lakes, and eventually to the summit of Mount Evans. That is not often seen on a 14er in August. Mt. On your way up the mountain you can see some of the oldest trees in the United States as well as Fall Sheep some people call them Mountain Goats. Tip: Leave early to catch a spectacular sunrise on the drive up. Mount Evans and Mount Spalding Loop Trail is a 4.1 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Idaho Springs, Colorado that features a lake and is rated as difficult. Evans' west ridge is peaking its head. The snow covered the trail and so I was left looking either for foot prints or what remnants of trail could be seen through the snowcover. The Sawtooth just before sunset. Powered by, U.S. Forest Service Mount Evans Recreation Area Website, 14ers.com webpage for Northeast Face Route, Rocky Mt. At that cairn I could see the footpath in the snow heading southeast along the ridge. It is a 3rd and 4th class scramble for several hundred vertical feet to the ridge, and then 0.3 miles of Class 2 hiking to the summit of Evans. Evans - from Summit Lake over Mt. From atop Spalding through its descent to the saddle on the way to Evans' West Ridge the trail became more difficult to follow. Route-finding was generally okay with cairns. Mount Evans is a prominent peak in the Moyie Range west of Kimberley, British Columbia (BC). Bierstadt. This summit is only 8 feet lower than the main summit, and is located on the ridge connecting Evans to the east and the "Sawtooth" ridge of Mount Bierstadt to the west. Spaulding the route seems to dead end. Last summer I hiked Evans for the first time on an epic hike from Guanella Pass over Bierstadt and the Sawtooth. From the south the West Ridge Couloir joins the route at the West Ridge Notch. Mt. NER : North East Ridge ... reaching the summit ridge about 30 metres left of the high peak. From here, hike ¼ mile down to the open area above a band of cliffs and towards an unnamed point. That'll be Mount Evans. Spalding Summit Lake (TH) Elevation: 12,847 ft. Mt. The trail skirts Summit Lake to the Chicago Lakes - Mt Evans Trail split (.2 miles) with long views down the glacially carved Chicago Creek Valley. Mt. As you head to the start of going towards Mt. From here the remaining hike is a bit slow going. Summit Lake Park is part of the Denver Mountain Parks system owned by the City and County of Denver. Evans via its scenic Summit Ridge finish, starting from Echo Lake on July 17, 2019. From the Summit Lake parking lot, follow the trail north, past a historic rock building, to an overlook of Chicago Lakes. It's one of the highest lakes in the country with fish. Once crossing the ridge you'll be hit hard with some stunning views of the lake, Mt. This finish to … Both lakes offer excellent views of surrounding peaks. The lot was well over half full already. The most difficult approach leads west around Summit Lake (counter-clockwise) to Mount Spalding, then along the northwest ridge of Mount Evans to the top. Warren ridge. Start of the loop over Mt Spalding then on to Evans West Ridge from Summit Lake. Evans from Summit Lake Route Name: West Ridge via Mt. May, 2002: Morning light on Evans. Spalding - 10, 11 and 12. The view along this route is spectacular. Arsenal NWR - Rod & Gun Club Ponds, Maxwell Falls & Cliffs Loop, Arapaho National Forest, The Sisters and Brother's, Aldefer/Three Sisters Park, Quandary Peak 14,265ft, White River National Forest. From the Summit Lake parking lot, follow the trail north, past a historic rock building, to an overlook of Chicago Lakes. See Mt Evans Trail - West Ridge via Mt… Stay on the southeast side of this creek and soon you will find some cairns. The summit awaits you at … Summit Elevation: 14,264 ft. A sign marks the start to Mt. Cutler Trail, N. Cheyenne Canyon Park - Silver Cascade Falls, CO Trail s1 - S. Platte to Stronia Res. It's more fun to climb Evans and do the 2nd class scramble over to Spalding though. Sitting on the edge. The Sawtooth as seen from the Mount Evans side. Evans. PLEASE VISIT THE NEW AND IMPROVED GO HIKE COLORADO: www.gohikecolorado.com, All photos by me unless otherwise indicated. Idaho Springs Historic District. About half way up the ridge changes over to more rock with larger blocks and tundra in between. The gully looks very intimidating from this vantage point, but it is certainly a doable, albeit steep climb. There are numerous trialheads including Echo Lake, Summit Lake, West Chicago Creek, Guanella Pass, Bear Creek, Deer Creek, Cub Creek and Scott Gomer Creek, which all access the Mount Evans Wilderness. The Evans summit ridge, the Sawtooth ridge is behind. Spalding. From Summit Lake the trail climbs steadily to the summit of Mt. Spalding sits just to the north of Mt. From August 2012: Summit Lake, as seen from the top. Summit Lake trailhead access is from the Mount Evans highway which is generally open to Summit Lake Memorial Day through the end of Septmber. At 13,800', reach the end of the ridge. Evans Road Entrance Sign. Idaho Springs Heritage Museum. Today I wanted to look for less mileage, an easier toll on the legs, yet still high altitude time. From there, follow the road for about 20 miles until you reach the Summit Lake parking lot (there should be signs). Taken from the summit of Mt Spalding. Bierstadt, and even Denver if it's a low atmosphere day. Summit Lake is nestled into a glacial cirque between the north face of Mount Evans and the east face of Mount Spalding. 14,264 ft,) West ridge from Guanella Pass After my initial unsuccessful attempt to hike up Mt. It sits across Summit Lake from Evans and is a popular 13er to climb that can easily be done in an hour or so from Summit Lake. Mt. From The Summit. There's a … Evans, head back and follow the Mount Spalding Trail to the not-so-obvious summit. The summit of Evans with the descent down to the road. Getting there: From Denver, head West on I-70 to Exit 240 for CO-103 towards Mt. This was my first time on a road like that. Mt. Summit Ridge from Summit Lake. Mountain Goats. My original plan was to ride my bike to the top again. 5.9 miles into the hike, hikers will reach Summit Lake at just shy of 13,000 feet. This drive was pretty hard for me. The trail to the second lake, above treeline, is difficult to follow at times and is very steep. Evans. As you past Spaulding and hike up the west ridge, you need to follow the cairns since the trail … Despite that we kept our focus on the goal at hand...summit'ing Mt. Mount Evans is the highest peak in the namesake Mount Evans Wilderness in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. Use and reproduction is prohibited without permission. Continue south onto CO 5/Mount Evans Rd. We spent some good time on the summit and had a great conversation with a pair of guys who had done the Bierstadt-Sawtooth combo to get to Evans. Evans road. The Natural Area includes several trails and the well-designed Dos Chappell Nature Center. Tip: Leave early to catch a spectacular sunrise on the drive up. From there it was evident enough where to start on the hike up towards Mt. Evans Scenic Byway is the highest paved road in North America, climbing to the 14,264-foot summit of one of … Evans trail was abandoned probably sometime in the 1940s, but later the Summit Lake trail was built using much of the old trail between Resthouse Meadows and Summit Flats. This lake is 13,200 ft. I have a track and waypoints from the hike all contained in a KML file that you are welcome to download and use (at your own risk). Keep walking ENE to the large, somewhat flat summit area. 13 is a good look at Evans' west ridge. The 2 1/2 mile hike has an elevation gain of 1,800 feet, but gives you the opportunity to climb two mountains. Review of Mount Evans. West Elk Loop; South Central Colorado ... Mount Evans 6. Spalding, near the north end of Summit Lake (12,900'). Mt. All in all a great hike up this route, it is quite easy and short with a modest amount of class 2 work needed. Descend via the same route. Wow, scary for me. Buffalo Bill Trail to Lookout Mountain, Lookout Mo... Green Mt. There is an old trail that is closed off with rock boulders. The Mount Evans Trail is a very busy trail with expansive views, leading to the summit of Mount Evans. Hike from summit lake up the east side, steep but intermediate climb to the top. July, 2009: Mt. Summit is pretty cool even if the fishing usually isn't very good. Beyond Echo Lake, the Mount Evans Highway passes above tree line where you’ll notice a grove of Colorado bristlecone pine (Pinus aristata).). Since my shoulder injury ruined those plans, I decided to hike up the side of Mt Evans on the summit trail. Evans, during an ascent from Echo Lake on July 17, 2019. Mt. I backtracked a minute to the saddle and then saw more footprints heading somewhat downhill and forward to a very large cairn. The initial path from the parking lot was paved and led over to the junction area where the trail to the Chicago Lakes breaks off. June, 2005: Evans seen from the summit of Mt. In this section I radio-ed my wife Sarah (who was driving up the Evans Rd) to see if she had made the summit and she was actually already parked and walking her way up the tourist trail to the summit. From the Summit Lake parking area, hike along the trail on the east end of the lake and then veer ENE onto the Mt. I first noticed Mount Evans while gazing westward from the top of Mount Baker in 2011, but at the time, I only took a photograph and did not give the peak much further thought. The West Ridge route starts at the Chicago Lakes overlook which is easily accessible. The prominent 14,271-foot (4,350 m) fourteener is located 13.4 miles (21.6 km) southwest by south (bearing 214°) of Idaho Springs in Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States, on the drainage divide between Arapaho National Forest and Pike National Forest. The trail then follows the west side of the cirque above Summit Lake and ascends the west ridge of Mount Evans to its summit. Getting there: From Denver, head West on I-70 to Exit 240 for CO-103 towards Mt. After Mt. This lake is 13,200 ft. High on the flanks of Mount Evans, rising above Summit Lake to meet the west ridge at more than 14,000 feet, there are several impressive rock slabs known as the Aprons. Colorado 103 continues east from Echo Lake … Evans- west ridge via summit lake ; West ridge via summit lake according to my strava was 9.6miles round trip. Summit Lake is on the west side of CO 5, 9 miles above the lodge; the peak is another 5 miles above Summit Lake. I eventually found my way up to a saddle at the start of the west ridge. Colorado, United States, North America. Essentially your goal is to get to the opposite side of Summit Lake via the ridge. Mount Evans: Breathtaking walk from Summit Lake - See 2,534 traveler reviews, 1,789 candid photos, and great deals for Denver, CO, at Tripadvisor. The beginning part of the route is easy. Search Catalog Data Catalog Data & text in Documents Search By Date Range; Advanced Search Spalding. Continue toward a … My climb up 14er Mt. Spalding Elevation: 13,842 ft. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until November. The Mt. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. There was more and more as I got closer to Spalding and I found a solid inch covering everything from Spalding all the way to Evans. The sign says "Mt Evans Trail." The Mount Evans hike starts at Summit Lake, which is the highest lake in Colorado at 3912 m above sea level. A look back at the Summit Lake parking area from the start of the Evans West Ridge. The Mount Evans Wilderness is a U.S. Wilderness Area in Arapaho National Forest and Pike National Forest about 30 miles (48 km) west of Denver, Colorado.The wilderness area is named after Mount Evans.. History. Start of Evans West Ridge route follow cairns below ridge crest … From the top of Spalding (13,000 ft or so), you'll follow the ridge in a counter clockwise motion. Taken near Summit Lake on the Mt. I saw a few tracks in the snow that went somewhat upwards and then laterally on the ridge thinking that was the way we took last year. Its southwest side connects to the Sawtooth Ridge between Evans and Bierstadt also. The 2 1/2 mile hike has an elevation gain of 1,800 feet, but gives you the opportunity to climb two mountains. It goes up the east ridge of Mt Spaulding, over the top, and then traverses the west ridge of Mt Evans. View, CO Trail s5 - Kenosha Pass to Great Aspen Grove, Canyons of the Ancients NM - Painted Hand Pueblo, Gunnison Gorge Nat. If you hadn’t made the drive yet, the Mt. Abyss lake to the left. Cross a small trough and continue along the rocky ridge to reach summit of Mt. Mount Bierstadt is connected to Evans, the former Rosalie, by a ridge. In 2010, the trail was renamed Summit Flats to avoid confusion with the Denver Mountain Parks trail at Summit Lake. Evans west ridge. Evans is located a relatively short distance away. THE CLIMB Ascent: -West ridge from Spalding-Evans Col class 2 Descent: -North-east face class 2 Hike: RT 5.5 (includes Mount Spalding and The Sawtooth); 1.75 up from The Sawtooth. The habitat surrounding the lake is one of the few locations in North America with arctic permafrost habitat outside of the arctic circle. Here at the saddle I made my first wrong move. From the hump on the west end of the ridge, it's almost 1 mile to the summit. From that point on it could have been very difficult again to follow trail through all of the loose talus except for the solid set of footprints leading the way. Summit Lake on with Mt Evan ridge like in the background. Stop by Echo Lake and enjoy the view. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, nature trips, and backpacking and is best used from April until October. Summit Ridge from Summit Lake . Evans Recreation Area Website (USFS) Chicago Lakes via Summit Lake Trail Map (Google Maps) Directions: From Idaho Springs, go south on 103 (Squaw Pass Road) for 14 miles to Echo Lake. Thus a wonderful uphill-only (well almost) of Evans. The Mount Evans Scenic Byway consists of State Highway 103 from Idaho Springs, Colorado on I-70 about 13 miles (21 km) to Echo Lake, and Colorado 5 from Echo Lake 15 miles (24 km), ending at a parking area and turnaround just below the summit. Here you will find awe inspiring views of a landscape carved out by ancient glaciers over thousands of years. This scenic ascent takes you through a beautiful forested basin, past … Leave Evergreen, CO and access the Mount Evans Road and Mount Evans Recreation Area from Squaw Pass, CO 103 at Echo Lake. Essentially your goal is to get to the opposite side of Summit Lake via the ridge. Driving up Mt Evans to Summit Lake. Evans’ Bristlecone pine forest, at 11,540 feet. My wife and I made it on the drive up the Evans Road to Summit Lake by about 8:30am. Down the back west side through the boulder field over Spaulding my and down to the summit lake … Stop at the Visitor Center for information, then continue on Miner Street to 13th Avenue which is State Highway 103 and continues on State Highway 5 through a corridor between the Mount Evans Wilderness where it ends near the summit of Mount Evans. The Mount Evans Scenic Byway begins at the Idaho Springs Visitor Center. July, 2006: Bierstadt seen from Evans. I intentionally decided to keep a slow pace on today's trek. For a longer hike you can continue hiking south to Summit Lake and on up to the summit of Mount Evans. This plan really worked out because I ended up making the mistake of giving myself some pretty sore quads after a quick descent of La Plata. At the Crest House. I've also been wanting to scout out this route as a possibility for my kids and perhaps even my nephews to try some day as an easy 14er hike. The traverse is a bit up and down. Conservation Area - Eagle Valley, McInnis Canyon Nat. So--as always--please stay on established trails to avoid damage to a rare ecosystem. Round-Trip Length: 11.57 miles Start Elevation: 10,624’ High Point: 11,826’ Elevation Change: 1,999’ Skill Level: Moderate-Strenuous Trailhead Location: The Chicago Lakes Trail begins at Echo Lake (west side), 13.25 miles south of I-70 on HWY 103. July, 2005: Bierstadt seen from Evans. It sits across Summit Lake from Evans and is a popular 13er to climb that can easily be done in an hour or so from Summit Lake. That's the *fun* way to do Evans. That'll be Mount Evans. Summit Lake on with Mt Evan ridge like in the background. From there, follow the road for about 20 miles until you reach the Summit Lake parking lot (there should be signs). Search Catalog Data Catalog Data & text in Documents Search By Date Range; Advanced Search Footage from my climb along the high and scenic upper route to the summit of Mt. Summit Lake Trailhead (12,850’) To reach the Summit Lake Trailhead, drive 9.5 miles from Echo Lake on the Mount Evans Road (Highway 5) to Summit Lake. Mount Spalding. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/echo-lake-to-summit-lake The Summit of Mount Evans Interpretive Site. Follow cairns south toward the end of the west ridge - 15 and 16. To do more descending today would only prolong my recovery time for the Pikes Marathon. We had a rough start to the day because I got a darn speeding ticket on the drive up to the mountain. Sun, Aug 21, 2016, 6:00 AM: Mt Evans seen from Mt Spalding with Summit Lake on Lower LeftMt Evans : 14,264 ft, Summit Lake TH : 12,850 ft,~4 miles Round-Trip via Snapshot Route, 1414 ft Elevation Gain Take the west ridge down a gorgeous alpine wonderland off-trail until you get to a creek (Scott Gomer Creek). Evans. Evans from Summit Lake fit the bill. Initially, there's a mix of tundra, small scree & gravel. Summit Lake from Mount Evans' west ridge. Simple theme. Mount Evans West Ridge via Chicago Creek is a 15.6 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Idaho Springs, Colorado that features a lake and is rated as difficult. One thing that surprised along the way was the presence of snow. Follow cairns and/or trail segments south down to the Evans-Spalding saddle at 13,600' - 14. Evans. We got to Summit Lake at 12,800 ft which was really worth the effort. #19 shows the summit from a prominent bump called "West Evans" and #20 is the view when you get closer. To reach the summit, turn right at the saddle/lake and use the Mt. Brian Jenkins Save Add photos See all photos 3574 Hits; 72.08 % Score; 2 Votes Log in to vote. Summit Lake is nestled into a glacial cirque between the north face of Mount Evans and the east face of Mount Spalding. Evans in 2008, we successfully hiked up the mountain on July 31, 2010! It's a little class-2 hike with a fair amount of exposure, especially to the north. Colorado currently has no 14,000-foot peaks named after a woman. Hikers will reach treeline just shy of 5 miles into the hike. Echo Lake is on Highway 103 and 12.7 miles from Exit 240 on Interstate 70 in Idaho Springs and 18.9 miles from Bergen Park. Bikers. The Mt. The trail leaves the north end of Summit Lake and climbs steeply west up the ridge toward Mount Spalding. www.gohikeco.com/2012/06/mount-evans-14264ft-from-summit-lake.html May, 2002: Evans' north face seen from Summit Lake. Turn right (west) onto Mt. It was fun joking with them having done the route last year and warning them of the fun Willows descent on their way home. My original plan was to ride my bike to the top again. Today was step 2 on my high altitude acclimation tour in preparation for the Pikes Peak Marathon. The new trail you would need to climb up where that part ends and then continue up. The summit of Mt. Hike to a corner of the summit tourist trail and follow it toward the summit (39.588360° N, -105.643333° W) - #21 and #22. Spalding Route. L Wooles, I Cardwell, 28 December 1940. There were just two or three short mid class 2 sections that would leave kids or other less able hikers challenged and needing perhaps an extra hand. 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