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A gradual and non-technical trail that offers spectacular views of Snowmass Village and the peaks behind the ski area.


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Map Key

3.7

Miles

5.9

KM

Point to Point

9,171' 2,795 m

High

8,510' 2,594 m

Low

639' 195 m

Up

702' 214 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

20%

Max Grade (11°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Family Friendly While the initial climb will test your youngsters, they will love the views and novelty of following the ridgeline. Older kids who live at elevation can tackle this trail no problem.

Description

The Rim Trail South has great views of the Elk Mountains and connects to the Rim Trail North. There are often many bikers along the trail, so keep your wits about you, especially on the switchbacks. The Rim Trail South also has a connector to Spiral Point where there is a yin-and-yang platform that looks out to Capitol Peak, Mt. Daly, and Old Snowmass. During peak wildflower season this trail offers some of the best flower viewing in the valley.

At one point along the trail, enjoy an exciting traverse across a shaley hillside. The trail offers a secure and stable platform but you'll want to focus on where you're walking and not on the views as you cross through this section.

If you have the energy and packed enough food and water, continue your hike along Rim Trail North and drop down to the Town Park where you can catch a free public bus back to the trailhead. Make sure you're up for a much longer day if you choose to do this as this add-on increases the total mileage and vertical gain significantly.

Flora & Fauna

Be bear aware on this trail, as they often enjoy eating the local berries that grow on the blind side of switchbacks. Make your presence known through conversation with your hiking partner or singing your favorite song aloud if you are out by yourself!

Contacts

Shared By:

Emily Duffin

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Beautiful in the summer or winter.
Jun 8, 2016 near Snowmas…, CO

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Aug 22, 2021
Katie Osland
Did part up to spiral point 1.2mi
Aug 8, 2021
Andrea Heffernan
Went to spiral point - out and back 3mi — 1h 03m
Sep 29, 2019
Cody Coombe
Aug 25, 2019
Scott Harsh
Great trail!! Enjoyed the sunrise, spectacular views, wildflowers and spotted a fox family. 6.6mi — 1h 39m
May 24, 2019
Jane Dickerson
3.7mi
Aug 19, 2017
TJ Keeter
2.5mi — 3h 00m
Aug 12, 2017
Jeffrey Rettig
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