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Summary: Easy walk up a forest service road. It can be driven for much of the way in the summer. In winter, this is a VERY popular snowshoeing trip. Parking fills up early. Head up the road, after 0.4 miles, the road will intersect with the Old Squaw Pass Road, now a trail from the west and a dirt road from the east. After another 1/3 mile you will reach a switchback and the road will start to climb. Just beyond the switchback, the road is gated. (The area just before the switchback is obviously a party location for the locals.) Continue following the road to the top. The last 1/2-1 mile is steady and fairly steep with switchbacks. The top is filled with radio equipment, so don't expect a wilderness expereicne. To the right, there is a firewatch tower on one peak. To the left, a rocky peak between antennas. Nice view to the west and to the east. It is a nice hike in the summer, but is best on snowshoes. Trailhead: From the intersection of CO-74 (Evergreen Parkway) and CO-103 (Squaw Passs Road), go west for approximately 12 miles west Just after you pass the turnoff to Echo Mountain Ski Area, there is a dirt road on the left side of the main road. Park here or, if the parking area is filled, continue another up the hill and park at the intersection with the Old Squaw pass road. You will have to hike back down the old Squaw pass road to meet the other road. (Lat:39.6809 Lon:-105.494) Trail Guides for Squaw Mountain: Snowshoeing Colorado by Claire Walter () Snowshoeing Colorado by Claire Walter () Snowshoeing Colorado by Claire Walter () Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: U.S. Forest Service Idaho Springs, CO (303) 567-3000 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Keith Robinson, who has posted 5 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by cje on 4/24/2007 i love this hike. it is great for snowshoeing. not too hard for those who don't do much. you can make your destination the top of the first incline if you have those who don't want to go to the fire lookout. you can also go up to the right off the trail where the other merges for more challenging terrain. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Colorado Hiking, Colorado Trails, Colorado Hikes, Jefferson County Hiking, Jefferson County Trails, Jefferson County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
