Near Teocalli Mountain Out and Back
Scenery continues to open up near top of climb. (photo by Shana Light)
Near Teocalli Mountain Out and Back
Heading towards the Teocalli summit block.
Near Teocalli Mountain Out and Back
Summit Views
Near Teocalli Mountain Out and Back
Looking at the southeast views from the trail up Teocalli.
Near Teocalli Mountain Out and Back
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Teocalli Mountain Out and Back

5.0 (2 Ratings)
A great mountain ascent with beautiful Elk Mountain scenery!
6
mi
Distance
3,205
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.03mi
Distance
3,205ft
Elevation Gain
3,205ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
13,228ft
High Point
10,060ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
The route to Teocalli Mountain (13,208') starts with a gnarly drive, but if you've got a 4x4, you can take West Brush Creek Road (738.2A) all the way to the trailhead. If you don't have a 4x4 and can't make it all the way there, start wherever you're comfortable and just add mileage. The hike up Teocalli is a great time and. It goes through a beautiful forest before popping out and heading straight up a steep grassy slope till you turn left, look for the cairn below the cliffs to find your route, then follow the cairns until you can see the summit and once the markers run out, you can choose your adventure/ path to the summit. This section is rocky and could be considered easy class 2. The views from the summit and all along this trail are noteworthy! You can see majestic Colorado peaks pointing off in all directions, filled in with seas of green trees in the valleys.

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