Near Green Mountain West Ridge
The "sighting disc" at the top of Green Mountain. Line up the pins so you know what mountain you're looking at.
Near Green Mountain West Ridge
View from top of Green Mountain looking towards Indian Peaks.
Near Green Mountain West Ridge
At the summit
Near Green Mountain West Ridge
Still some snow in May 2015.
Near Green Mountain West Ridge
Easy section of Green Mountain West Ridge

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Green Mountain West Ridge

4.1 (46 Ratings)
The easiest route to the spectacular summit of Green Mountain.
3.8
mi
Distance
759
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Views

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.81mi
Distance
759ft
Elevation Gain
759ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
8,134ft
High Point
7,590ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
By itself, this isn't a great trail, but it's the easiest route to the summit of Green Mountain, which features amazing 360-degree views from Kansas to the Continental Divide. The trail borders private property at first, which distracts from the wilderness, but the trail is pleasant and the views are interesting. Of note is the back side of Bear Peak, and the large fire that burned there in 2013. Travel along pretty easy terrain until you reach the last quarter mile that steeply climbs to the summit. From there, return the way you came or make a big loop out of the MANY trails that converge here.

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