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Location: Colorado, United States, North America

Lat/Lon: 39.68900°N / 105.945°W

Route Type: Basic Snow

Time Required: Half a day

Difficulty: Skin Up

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Page By: kalet

Created/Edited: Apr 19, 2005 / May 5, 2005

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Approach


Exit I-70 westbound directly after the Eisenhower Tunnel and park on the north side of the highway (11160').

Route Description


From where you park, head north about 0.4 miles and Coon Hill will be obvious on your left. Gain the saddle between Coon Hill and Elevation Point 12377'. Hike up the ridge to summit Coon Hill.

Essential Gear


Skins and skis are best for snow climbs in the spring.

Numbers


2 miles roundtrip
1217 vertical feet up



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