Gilpin County, Colorado, United States
14.1 miles (22.8 km) · 3,884 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route
The James Peak Ascent is a 14.1 mile route in Gilpin County, Colorado, United States. The course features 3,884 feet of elevation gain and 3,903 feet of descent. The largest climb extends 4.2 miles, gaining 2,758 feet. The course averages 276 feet of vertical gain per mile. Approximately 37% of the route is runnable. The route follows trail surfaces. Terrain difficulty is rated as mountainous. Difficulty is rated 36.5 out of 10, placing it in the 96.81th percentile. This loop route attracts trail runners and hikers exploring Colorado's mountain terrain.
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