Santa Fe Peak

Total Miles
4.7

Elevation

4,006.34 ft

Duration

2 Hours

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Overview

A fantastic 360 degree view is the reward at the top of this fun trail. You can see Breckenridge, Grays Peak, Peru Creek, Webster Pass and Radical hill from here. Unlicensed vehicles are not permitted. Closed from November 23 to May 20.

Photos of Santa Fe Peak

Santa Fe Peak
Santa Fe Peak
Santa Fe Peak

Difficulty

Moderate: This trail is very steep, narrow and quite rocky in spots. We don't rate it difficult, but it comes very close. Not recommended for novice drivers or anyone afraid of high narrow shelf roads.

Technical Rating

4

Status Reports

Phillip Hoot
Jul 23, 2023
4x4
Open
Normal
Dave Peterson
Jun 23, 2023
4x4
Obstructed
Deep Snow
Joshua Bartels
Jun 17, 2023
2000 Jeep Wrangler
Obstructed
Deep Snow
Joshua Bartels
Jun 09, 2023
2000 Jeep Wrangler
Obstructed
Deep Snow

Access Description

Get off Route 6 just east of the Keystone Ski Area, following signs to Montezuma Road. Thereis an exit ramp for eastbound traffic, but westbound traffic must turn left at Gondola Road and backtrack to Montezuma Road (See map detail of exit.) Head south on MontezumaRoad 5.2 miles where pavement ends. Continue into town of Montezuma on dirt road to stop sign and turn left uphill on 3rd Street (not marked). Warning: Go slow in town to minimize dust or suffer the wrath of local residents. Do not park on the streets.

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