Fremont County: Bushnell Peak

Villa Grove, CO

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Fremont County: Bushnell Peak

Located in south-central Colorado in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, about 25 miles south of Salida, and 7 miles northeast of Villa Grove. An unrelenting uphill climb on an old jeep road to a seldom visited alpine peak that finishes on very steep scree and a rocky ridge. This eTrail will guide you to the highest point in this Colorado county. Inside you will find clear directions to the trailhead and to the summit. Also included is a detailed historical overview of the county and camping suggestions.

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Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityHiking
Nearby CityVilla Grove
Length8.4 mi
Elevation Gain4,735 ft
Skill LevelStrenuous
SeasonJuly - October
Trailhead Elevation8,370 ft
Top Elevation13,105 ft
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