Kit Carson Mountain is one for those who like 14er adventures, it's challenging but worth it. The trail has climbing parts of class 2 and 3, so an alpine hiking experience is mandatory to attempt reaching this summit. Make sure to pay attention on your way up, and take note of the route from Challenger Point, because you will need to pass through the same way on the way back. The peak has remarkable views of Willow Creek Valley, Challenger Peak, and Crestone Needle.

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1. Kit Carson Mountain & Challenger Point via Willow Lake — Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

21.9km

10:39

1,710m

Alpine lake trek leading to two 14er summits with glacial views and solid scrambling.

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Elevation 4,230 m

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Wednesday 18 February

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Location: Saguache County, Colorado, United States

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1. Kit Carson Mountain & Challenger Point via Willow Lake — Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

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