How long is Maroon Bells / Crater Lake?

3.6 miles, out & back, with about 500 feet of elevation gain — roughly 1 hr 27 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Maroon Bells / Crater Lake?

It's rated Moderate. the most-photographed peaks in Colorado

Where is Maroon Bells / Crater Lake?

Maroon Bells / Crater Lake is in Colorado. the most-photographed peaks in Colorado

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Maroon Bells / Crater Lake

Colorado

Distance3.6 mi

Est. time~1 hr 27 min

Elevation gain↗ 500 ft

RouteOut & back

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Maroon Bells / Crater Lake is a moderate 3.6-mile out & back hike in Colorado with about 500 ft of elevation gain. the most-photographed peaks in Colorado.

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