Near Midland Hill Trail (6032)
This is where the real work begins.
Near Midland Hill Trail (6032)
We made it to the top! Not bad for senior citizens!
Near Midland Hill Trail (6032)
Sunrise hitting Mt. Princeton from the top of Midland Hill, 1/1/21
Near Midland Hill Trail (6032)
Effie on the summit in August. Mt. Princeton (14,197') on the left; Mt. Yale (14,196') obscured by clouds in center; Mt. Columbia (14,073') on the right.
Near Midland Hill Trail (6032)
Mt. Princeton and Mt. Yale can be seen from the top of Midland Hill.

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Midland Hill Trail (6032)

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A classic summit hike accessible from the town of BV, offering great views of the Sawatch Range & Arkansas valley.
1.4
mi
Distance
1,228
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers
Access Issues
While accessible year-round, the top holds snow much longer than most BV area trails.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.39mi
Distance
1,228ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
9,546ft
High Point
8,318ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
A true summit hike, this steep & rocky trail, while challenging, is worth it for the views. Midland Hill Trail begins climbing immediately, & although it does flatten out & even drop in a few spots, doesn't relent much, with some of the steepest climbing near the summit. The trail is pretty straightforward, but stay alert for the numerous switchbacks as you climb. Once you reach the summit, you'll be rewarded with 360 degree views, with Mt. Princeton & the Sawatch Range to the west, & the Fourmile Recreation Area to the north & east.

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