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East Slopes

Mt. Massive · 14,428' · Rank #2

Class 2 Standard Route
13.8
miles RT
4,500
ft gain
Class 2
difficulty
8-11
hours

Trail Map

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We're working on adding detailed trail maps and elevation profiles for this route.

Route Details

Distance
13.8 miles RT
Elevation Gain
4,500'
Difficulty
Class 2
Exposure
Low
Typical Time
8-11 hours

Trailhead

Name
Mt. Massive Trailhead
Starting Elevation
10,080'
Coordinates
39.1747°N, 106.3964°W

Parking & Access

Parking
Free Lot 50-100 spots
Fee
Free
Weak

Standard lot at Mt. Massive Trailhead. Halfmoon Creek is dirt road but passable. Mt. Massive Wilderness regulations apply.

Route Description

A long but moderate route that climbs through forest before traversing Massive's enormous summit plateau. The trail is well-defined to treeline, then follows cairns across the alpine terrain. The plateau can be disorienting in fog - pay attention to your route.

Gear & Preparation

Bring plenty of water for this long hike. GPS recommended for navigating the summit plateau in poor visibility. Start early to avoid afternoon thunderstorms.

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