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Summary: From the parking lot, head north on a clear trail that will take you up past a couple of mining buildings. The trail will then turn left and head up a short series of switchbacks up to a saddle. From here you can either follow the trail that heads off to the left of the saddle to the Southwest and into more switch backs or just take the Southwest ridge straight to the summit of Democrat. After reaching Democrat turn around and head back to the saddle. Now follow a trail up the ridge to the Northeast. This will take you over Mt Cameron (not classified as a real peak) and on to the sharp summit of Lincoln. From Lincoln head back down the trail towards Cameron for a short ways then follow the trail to the left that leads over to the rounded summit of Mt Bross. From Mt Bross continue south on the trial for a while until it begins to follow a series of switchbacks to Kite Lake again. Do not descend to early or you will wind up in a dangerously loose gulley. Trailhead: From Fairplay head north on Colorado 9. In the center of the town of Alma there is a left turn across from a general store with a small sign directing you to Kite Lake. Turn onto this road and follow it approximately 6 miles to its end at Kite Lake. There is a small parking fee charged to park here, and an additional camping fee if you intend to camp as well. This is the trailhead. (Lat:39.32738 Lon:-106.12934) Trail Guides for Triple Crown of Fourteeners: Colorados Fourteeners by Gerry Roach (Fulcrum Publishing) 100 Classic Hikes in Colorado Second Edition by Scott S Warren (The Mountaineers Books) Colorados Best by Bruce Caughey and Doug Whitehead (Fulcrum Publishing) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: San Isabel National Forest 719-553-1400 (main office) Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Joshua Friesema, who has posted 97 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Mike on 6/18/2007 This is a great hike, especially if your looking for the braging rights of hiking 3 fourteeners in one day- actually 5 due to the fact that you complete Mt. Cameron (which is not considered one of the states 14ers due to close proximity) and can also do the extra credit route out to South Bross (once again not considered a 14er). In my personal opinion you will encouter some of the most incredible views Colorado has to offer from these peaks!! This hike is well worth it... 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, Park County Hiking, Park County Trails, Park County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
