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The Notch

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The Notch

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San Juan National Forest

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    July 21, 2023

    Hiking

    The Notch is in reference to a "hole" in the rocky saddle between two 12,000-foot peaks (Snowstorm Peak and Cumberland Mountain) in the La Plata Mountains. You can see the city of Durango in one direction and the San Juan Mountains in the other. This is a popular destination for hikers and off-road drivers, alike.

    November 20, 2023

    Running

    The Notch is in reference to a "hole" in the rocky saddle between two 12,000-foot peaks (Snowstorm Peak and Cumberland Mountain) in the La Plata Mountains. You can see the city of Durango in one direction and the San Juan Mountains in the other.

    December 19, 2023

    Cycling

    The Notch is in reference to a "hole" in the rocky saddle between two 12,000-foot peaks (Snowstorm Peak and Cumberland Mountain) in the La Plata Mountains. You can see the city of Durango in one direction and the San Juan Mountains in the other.

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    1. The Notch & Snowstorm Peak

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    Hike the easy 2.3-mile (3.6 km) Notch & Snowstorm Peak trail in San Juan National Forest for panoramic views from the summit.

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    Hike 1.7 miles to The Notch from Kennebec Pass for easy alpine terrain, wildflowers, and panoramic views of the San Juan Mountains.
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    Elevation 3,620 m

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    Location: La Plata County, Colorado, United States

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