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Summary: Hike West from the trailhead following the signs for Crater Lake trail. When the trail finally levels of (sort of) and goes through a rocky ravine, keep your eye out for a trail to the Left. This trail isn't very obvious so look hard. Follow this trail as it leads you directly toward Pyramid Peak. When you reach where the trail begins its switchbacks you have come 1/3rd of the distance but still have nearly 90% of your elevation left to go. The trail will ascend rapidly up to the cirque beneath Pyramid. The trail disappears here as you will be crossing giant boulder fields. Continue directly towards Pyramid until you nearly reach its vertical North face, then look left for a trail that ascends a steep gully to the ridge. From the saddle the cairns do a pretty good job of marking the trail here. Stay near the ridge, but usually on the left side. The climbing and scrambling gets loose and dangerous so take your time. The summit isn't far. Trailhead: From the rotary intersection on the West end of Aspen take Maroon Creek road up to the parking lot at the end this is the trailhead. If you go before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m. there is no fee. From 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. there is a $15 fee per car. From 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. cars are not allowed unless you are an overnight camper. During those times you must ride a bus from Aspen. (Lat:39.09884 Lon:-106.941) Trail Guides for Pyramid Peak: Colorados Fourteeners by Gerry Roach (Fulcrum Publishing) Dawsons Guide to Colorados Fourteeners Nothern Peaks by Louis Dawson (Blue Cover Press) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Horses, Ranger Contact: Aspen Ranger Station 970-925-3445 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 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, Pitkin County Hiking, Pitkin County Trails, Pitkin County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
