Broken Hand Pass Trail
Sangre de Cristo Range • Westcliffe, Colorado
hardout and back
6.5
Miles
2,600
Elevation Gain (ft)
6
Hours
12,940
High Point (ft)
Trail Description
Steep climb from Cottonwood Lake to Broken Hand Pass at 12,940 feet. The pass is the gateway to Crestone Needle's standard route and the eastern approach to Crestone Peak's South Face. Wildflower meadows in mid-July, scree near the top.
Trail Highlights
Gateway to Crestone Needle and Peak
12,940-ft pass crossing
South Colony Lakes basin views
Mid-July wildflowers
Best Seasons
☀️summer
🍂fall
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Trail Information
County:Saguache
Nearest City:Westcliffe
Parking Pass:No Pass Required
Dog-Friendly:Yes
Kid-Friendly:No
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