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August and September are good months to climb Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park. Be sure to start early. Troops from Long Peaks Council have contributed the following alternative for hiking Longs Peak. The campsite is a backcountry campsite called Battle Mountain Campground located within the park. Advanced reservations must be made with the park several months in advance (permit required). Battle Mt. Campground has a maximum capacity of 20 campers. The trail: The trailhead starts at the Longs Peak Ranger Station, be sure to check in, noted as (P) 1 on the map. The trail to Battle Mt. Campground is 2.8 miles, it is located at 11,000\' elevation. This is your base camp for Longs Peak. The route from Battle Mt. Campground continues west up a number of switchbacks. Take the trail to the Granite Pass Trail intersection. Turn south and follow the East Longs Peak Trail towards Longs Peak. You will continue your ascent crossing boulder fields and then passing through the famous Keyhole. The top of Longs Peak is next. This is an all-day adventure, plan on leaving very early in the morning. It is important to be off the peak before afternoon electrical storms and inclement weather sets in. It is suggested that the troop leave Friday and hike to Battle Mt. Campground before night falls. This will help lessen the efforts the following day. Note: For reservations write to: Rocky Mountain National Park, Back Country Office, Estes Park, Colorado 80517. It is suggested that you read one of the many books on this trek before your attempt, this one is not easy.
Created on: 2024-09-08 12:26:48
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