Near Mestaa'ehehe Mountain
Sunrise past the radio towers
Near Mestaa'ehehe Mountain
Picnic table behind the lookout tower. Mt. Evans on the horizon.
Near Mestaa'ehehe Mountain
Squaw Mountain summit offers a great view of Evans, with Chief Mountain to the west.
Near Mestaa'ehehe Mountain
Traveling up to Squaw Mountain can be beautiful at any time of the year.
Near Mestaa'ehehe Mountain
Fire lookout from below

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Mestaa'ehehe Mountain

4.2 (26 Ratings)
A classic, easy-to-moderate road to an old fire tower above treeline, peak can be seen from Denver.
2.1
mi
Distance
586
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.07mi
Distance
586ft
Elevation Gain
586ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
11,488ft
High Point
10,892ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
This route will lead you up a fire road, which starts near the Forest Service outdoor shooting range. Due to the proximity of the range, you'll likely hear shots fired at the beginning of this outing. Follow the road up to the antennas and fire tower. Though you'll be navigating a road, this journey can still pack a punch. The grades are moderate and consistent from the parking area to the summit. There are amazing views of the Mt Blue Sky area and the Indian peaks once you've reached the top.For the second year (as of 2016) the Forest Service appears to be renting the fire tower for overnight stays, if you'd like to extend your stay.

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