Jim's Grove Trail
Description:
The Jim's Grove Trail begins from the East
Longs Peak Trail at an elevation of 10,977 feet and climbs 1000 feet to the
west where it intersects the East Longs Peak Trail again. The trail crosses
Alpine Brook over a foot bridge and makes a rocky climb across the tundra
to the northwest and west. It travels through a forest of small spruce trees
known as Jim's Grove. There are a lot of restoration areas along this trail.
Please keep off of these areas. The trail makes a few switchbacks as it climbs
up a ridge. Near the west end of the trail, it makes a strenuous climb over
a series of water bar steps (about .3 miles). It intersects the East Longs
Peak Trail about .2 miles below Granite Pass. There is no sign at this end
of the trail.
Features:
| Length: |
1.21 miles (1.94 kilometers) |
|
Elevation Range:
|
10,977' -11,977' |
| Elevation change: |
1,000 feet |
| Season: |
Jun 15 - Oct 1 |
| Difficulty: |
Moderate to strenous |
| Use: |
Low |
| USGS maps: |
Longs Peak |
| Trailheads: |
Longs Peak |
| Restrictions: |
No pets are permitted
|
| Suitable for mountain bikes: |
No (not permitted) |
| Suitable for horses: |
Yes |
Vicinity Map
Altitude Profile
Directions:
The
Jim's Grove Trail begins from the East Longs Peak Trail. The East Longs Peak
Trail begins from the Longs Peak Trailhead. Take Highway 7 south from Estes
Park for about 8.8 miles to the Longs Peak Area turnoff. Turn right and travel
about a mile to the trailhead. The trailhead is near the ranger station and
has space for about 60 to 70 vehicles. There is additional parking along the
entrance road. This is a very popular area and fills quickly during the summer.
Horses are permitted but there is very little room for horse trailers. Your
best bet is along the right side of the road coming from the Longs Peak Campground.
Hike 2.57 miles to the Jims Grove Trail.
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