Mounts Democrat, Bross, Cameron, and Lincoln Combo Trail

By denver-gazette April 2, 2017 | updated 9 years ago

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In the Mosquito Range above South Park is a trail that summits four 14,000 foot peaks in just over 7 miles, offering more 14er bang for your buck than any other stretch of trail in Colorado. Add to this the fact that anyone in a passenger car can drive to the trailhead at 12,000 feet and you have a classic Colorado above timberline experience. The trail, which most people hike clockwise, makes a loop around the aptly named Kite Lake.

Pro Tips

This is a long day so get an early start by camping at Kite Lake, which has a handful of non-reservable campsites. The entire area is above timberline so bring your own firewood.

Most people summit Mount Democrat first. Take stock of the weather and your food, water and energy level before continuing on as there is no easy bailout past here.

Don’t stray too far from the trail, especially on Mount Bross, as old mines and shafts litter the area.

Recommended season(s): Summer – early fall.

—R. Scott Rappold

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