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Trail Rider Pass

Trail Rider Pass

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness

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    1. Snowmass Lake – Trail Rider Pass loop from Snowmass Village

    22.1km

    08:58

    1,210m

    1,210m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    August 22, 2025

    At over 12,400 feet, the pass is often windy and cold, even on a sunny day, but the views from the top are your ultimate reward. You'll get a perfect, bird's-eye view of Snowmass Lake, a stunning emerald jewel nestled in the valley below.

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      Elevation 3,770 m

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      Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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      Location: Pitkin County, Colorado, United States

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