Rio Blanco County: Northwest Ridge of Orno Peak

Yampa, CO

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Rio Blanco County: Northwest Ridge of Orno Peak

Located in northwest Colorado on the Flat Tops, about 40 miles southwest of Steamboat Springs, and 15 miles west of Yampa. A full-day hike up and onto a flat mesa leads to a flower-covered ridge providing an extraordinary subalpine experience. 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 CityYampa
Length11.4 mi
Elevation Gain1,827 ft
Skill LevelModerate
SeasonJuly - September
Trailhead Elevation10,000 ft
Top Elevation12,027 ft
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