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Hikes/United States/Colorado/San Juan Mountain Range
Difficulty
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Hard
Elevation
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701 m
Distance
This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
9.8 km
Duration
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3.5-5h
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Coal Bank Pass to Engineer Mountain Summit Hike

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The Coal Bank Pass to Engineer Mountain Summit Hike is a difficult route in Colorado that will take you up a rugged peak for breathtaking views of the San Juan Mountains. While out hiking the trail, you will climb high above Coal Bank Pass through forests and alpine meadows, before making the rocky ascent of the peak. Hikers should take note that this is a challenging trail that features rough and rocky terrain, making it suitable for experienced hikers only.

Route Description for Coal Bank Pass to Engineer Mountain Summit Hike

If you are after a great summit challenge in the San Juan Mountains that isn’t overly long and features stunning alpine views, then you will want to explore the trails along the Coal Bank Pass to Engineer Mountain Summit Hike.

Setting out from the parking area, you will follow the trail as it initially heads to the northeast, before turning to the northwest to climb through the woodland landscape. After working your way uphill, you will break free of the tree cover and traverse a beautifully scenic alpine meadow on the approach to Engineer Mountain.

Here, the terrain will become more rough and rugged, at times requiring you to scramble over rocky surfaces to gain elevation up the mountainside. After the final steep push up to the summit, you will enjoy gorgeous views that extend out across the San Juan Mountains in every direction. Once you have taken in the views, carefully descend the summit and make your way back along the same route to return to the trailhead.

Getting to the Coal Bank Pass to Engineer Mountain Summit Hike Trailhead

The trailhead for the Coal Bank Pass to Engineer Mountain Summit Hike can be found at the Coal Bank Pass parking lot along US-550.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    May-September

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes

  • Family friendly:

    No

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Out and back

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