West Snowmass Creek

Aspen, CO

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West Snowmass Creek

A day hike to the Capitol Creek divide or a backpack to Capitol Creek. This little-used trail climbs over the alpine divide between Snowmass Creek and Capitol Creek, linking the two valleys and offering the potential for long loop trips.

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Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityHiking
Nearby CityAspen
Length16.6 mi
Elevation Gain5,000 ft
Skill LevelModerately strenuous
SeasonMid-June to mid-October
Trailhead Elevation8,400 ft
Top Elevation11,780 ft
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