Witter Gulch Climb – Mestaa'Ėhehe Pass Summit loop from Elk Meadow Park

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Witter Gulch Climb – Mestaa'Ėhehe Pass Summit loop from Elk Meadow Park

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(3150)

19,391

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Witter Gulch Climb – Mestaa'Ėhehe Pass Summit loop from Elk Meadow Park

03:46

48.6km

1,350m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Mount Evans Wilderness

Elk Meadow Park

Denver Mountain Parks

Arapaho National Forest

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4.98 km

Witter Gulch Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

A nice climb in which you'll test the strength in your legs! Cheer up, you're almost there.

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Witter Gulch Road

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Mestaa'Ėhehe Pass Summit

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