Near Blacktail Rocks to Roundtop Mountain Route
Blacktail Rocks summit view looking east toward Vista Peak
Near Blacktail Rocks to Roundtop Mountain Route
A view of Roundtop Mountain from the start of the hike on Blacktail Rocks.
Near Blacktail Rocks to Roundtop Mountain Route
On top of Roundtop Mountain looking north.

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Blacktail Rocks to Roundtop Mountain Route

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Great views and ridge top game trails lead to the Roundtop Mountain.
1.3
mi
Distance
760
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.34mi
Distance
760ft
Elevation Gain
419ft
Elevation Loss
75%
Max Grade
4,812ft
High Point
4,063ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the peak of Blacktail Rocks, take a look at the game trails in the distance for your planned route, take a deep breath knowing the plunge to the saddle is your return route. Head to the saddle following the game trail (a trail that abruptly begins and ends). Climb out of the windswept saddle in a counterclockwise direction, heading to the ridgelines where there are well set game trails, also frequented by hikers. Some areas will require navigating over spongy moss when wet, and crunchy moss when dry after the game trails disappear. There is no water on this route, although lingering snowbanks may supplement your water supply.

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