Grand County: Pettingell Peak

Georgetown, CO

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Grand County: Pettingell Peak

Located in north-central Colorado in the Front Range, about 15 miles west of Georgetown, and 3 miles east of the Loveland Basin Ski Area and the Eisenhower Tunnel. This day hike on trail and up scree slopes leads to an alpine peak on the Continental Divide. 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 CityGeorgetown
Length8 mi
Elevation Gain3,253 ft
Skill LevelModerate
SeasonJuly - September
Trailhead Elevation10,300 ft
Top Elevation13,553 ft
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