Near Andrews Glacier
Once in a Blue Moon.... with permission from Richard Ryer
Near Andrews Glacier
Shark's Tooth, Andrews Gorge, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado with permission from Richard Ryer
Near Andrews Glacier
Andrews Glacier and Tarn
Near Andrews Glacier
St. Andrews Glacier and Tarn
Near Andrews Glacier
Hikers ascending Andrews glacier in Sept 2018

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Hike Trail

Andrews Glacier

4.8 (12 Ratings)
A short, steep trail leading to Andrews Tarn at the base of Andrews Glacier.
0.9
mi
Distance
1,005
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekSwimmingViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.93mi
Distance
1,005ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
50%
Max Grade
11,359ft
High Point
10,354ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail can be accessed from the Loch Vale Trail, just southwest of the Loch. Head west on Andrews Glacier Trail and begin the steep ascent next to Andrews Creek. To the north, you'll be looking at the southern wall of Otis peak while the Sharkstooth is visible to the south. Eventually you'll reach Andrews Tarn, a small lake that feeds Andrews Creek located at the base of the glacier. Andrews Glacier is the largest glacier in the park. Although it features somewhat gradual grades, the proper know-how and equipment are prerequisites to climbing the ice.

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