Buckskin can also be easily gained from Mt. He is 8 and made it to the top just fine. Mt. By Dawn Hodson | Published 4 weeks ago El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office crime log: Oct. 24-25. Once we hit the saddle between Mount Democrat and Mount Cameron, we headed towards Mount Democrat as the first in our circuit. From the Kite Lake Campground and trailhead, follow the obvious trail as it enters the basin and starts climbing up the southern slopes of Mt. As of June 1, 2009, the Kite Lake trailhead is open again, giving hikers access to Mounts Lincoln and Democrat (and Mt. The 5.5-mile dirt road to Kite Lake is passable by passenger cars, but it is rough, so allow 30 minutes to drive it. Challenging hike that has you at ~14,000 ft for a good portion of the hike. A Mountain Ascent In The Mosquito Range This was my second hike of Mount Democrat. Democrat Trail to the Mt. Lincoln, Mt. A spring ski of the east slopes is possible in most years but it's often patchy. The trailhead is passenger car accessible, but the last mile to Kite Lake is better handled by vehicles with some extra clearance. We needed micro spikes above 13,700 ft and they were nice to have on the entire decent. I personally don’t love this one. The trail is well marked until Bross which can be a little confusing but as long as you walk towards the east side of the peak you will see the trail down. This is a super-popular and easy-to-follow route of three official Colorado 14ers, and one unofficial one: Mt. One interesting thing I found with this loop is that you could see the next summit from the previous summit, so once you conquered one summit you always had the next goal in sight. From the Kite Lake Trailhead, I followed the Mt. Started at 8am and finished at 1pm Follow the trail onto Democrat's east slopes and ascend a rugged slope, near 12,600' - 8. Mt Democrat can be paired with neighboring Mt Cameron, Mt Lincoln and Mt Bross to make a loop that summits four … This hike primary trail can be used both directions. Coming down the actual trail sucks, a better route may be just to take the trail back to the intersection between Democrat and Cameron. Democrat - Mt. As another poster said, we experienced 80+ mph winds and had to brace ourselves to the ground many times. Made it to Kite Lake in AWD Highlander no problem along with several other vehicles. DLB002. The DeCaLiBron (Democrat, Cameron, Lincoln, and Bross) Loop is a rite of passage for all Colorado hikers. A class 2 mountain, Mount Democrat, is also a renowned for the gorgeous Kite Lake located at the trailhead. The names of these mountains are Mt. After the first half mile the trail becomes almost entirely rocks and talus, and the climb is continuous. Not to steep however there was strong wind and some scree. Anyway, the hike wasn't pleasant at all. Mt. EDITOR: As a longtime user of the El Dorado Trail I’ve become concerned about the lack of maintenance near the Missouri Flat trailhead. 12,000 feet! One of the Oh-my-God-Nature-I-can’t-even kind of moments. I was, however, humbled by these deceiving peaks. Unfortunately, legal access to the summit of Bross is in question, as the big sign near the trailhead indicates. The eastern slopes of Mt. August 23, 1997. The route is a little bumpy, just take it slow and you should be fine. Stunning views even without a summit! No shade, pretty rocky, and lost the trail twice, and only realized when things got pretty sketch. In others, mostly the steeper portions, you're walking in existing post holes or semi trenches. Turn left here to continue to the Mt. The trail is well tracked and easy to follow right now. This is a 7.6 mile loop hike with 3600 cumulative feet of elevation gain that takes about 4-6 hours to complete. For me, this is a tough one. Be ready for strong and freezing wind. Located in Pike National Forest of the Rocky Mountains of North America, Mt. But I wouldn't try this right now without spikes, gaiters, and trekking poles. It is a 6 mile drive on a bumpy dirt road (CR8, Buckskin Rd) off Highway 9 in Alma, to get to the Kite Lake Trailhead for MT Democrat. Democrat on your right and Mt. Great hike, wonderful views. The gate was closed so it's an extra one mile hike to Kite Lake TH. Democrat and Cameron are pretty steep uphills, but after the summit of Cameron it levels out. Mt democrat alma colorado: Mother/son hike - See 22 traveller reviews, 20 candid photos, and great deals for Alma, CO, at Tripadvisor. As the prior comments say, and with most mou tains, there is a false summit. No need for snowshoes. The trail in this area has less loose rock on it than the one that climbs Democrat. Democrat, Mt. https://colorado-lifestyle.blogspot.com/2011/11/mt-democrat.html Bross enters from the R; continue N to skirt the lake's E banks . This is a moderate loop trail to Mount Democrat, Mount Cameron, Mount Lincoln, and Mount Bross. As mentioned above be wary of the road there are some pot holes (and bad bumps) although it can be down by a 2W low clearance vehicle we watched one car bottom out twice on its way down in front of us. The standard trailhead for hikers attempting any of these peaks is near Kite Lake, which is already Mt. If you park below, walk up the road to Kite Lake. Luckily not to overrun by the smoke this morning. Democrat (14148 ft), Mt… The trail was in good shape, but the wind was off the charts. Snow was powdery in the morning which made for a good deal of back sliding and slow going. Mt Democrat is the first 14’er hike of 2010. Mount Democrat via Kite Lake Trail is a 6.1 kilometer heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Alma, Colorado that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as difficult. Mount Democrat via Kite Lake Trail is a 3.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Alma, Colorado that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as difficult. This is a good family hike for residents on the Front Range. Bros s; thus the names from each peak have been shortened to come up with the name DeCaLiBron. Mount Democrat Hike 1-2 trail head begins at Kite Lake Campground, elevation 12,139 feet, to reach kite lake drive Colorado 9 to Alma. All snow, no bare spots. Mounts Democrat, Lincoln, and Bross are all part of a lengthy, semi-circular ridge about five miles outside of Alma (south of Breckenridge). This is the first time along the hike that the true summit of Mt. It is.4 miles from the saddle to a false summit, and.2 miles further, hikers will reach the Democrat summit. If you don't have much high-elevation, winter climbing experience, be careful in your planning and take a partner. ⛰ Mt Democrat 14,148 feet After enjoying the first summit of the day, I realized I had more to conquer. Generally speaking, Mount Democrat is considered an "easy" 14er, as the standard route begins above timberline at Kite Lake on a well-marked Class II trail. In the middle of town, look for a small sign for the road to Kite Lake. The day of the hike was very windy and our plans to hike Lincoln and Cameron were scrubbed. Cameron. Arkansas are rocky and wall-like dropping into a huge glacially carved valley that is flanked by other important peaks such as: Mt. There is a $5 fee to park at the trailhead. Met a bunch of great people on the trail. We started early to avoid the winds but today was not the day. The plan was to complete the Decalibron on this sunny Sunday morning. Great views, can’t wait to come back for the calibron portion! Democrat, and Mt. As one of the easier 14ers, this mountain attracts a lot of hiking enthusiasts every year. Cameron (14,238’) & Mt. The names of these mountains are Mt. Lincoln, Democrat, Cameron and Bross Routes. Bross. This hike gets its name because it is possible to summit four 14ers all in one hike. If you don't mind the risk of scraping the bottom of your car, go … Getting There: From Denver, take 285 West to Colorado 9, past Fairplay to the sleepy little town of Alma. Democrat and Mt. It's across the road from the "Caniglia Real Estate" building. These three mountain are very popular to hike due to the fact that all three can be done in one day, and not a very long day at that. Turn here and drive a bit through a residential area. Democrat, Cameron, Lincoln, Bross Loop are high mountain summits in the Mosquito Range of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and are class … Saw about 25 other hikers on the trail. Lincoln, and Mt. Continue 6 miles to Kite Lake. Mount Democrat is a 2,980 m double black diamond singletrack trail located near Fairplay Colorado. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from May until October. Democrat 14,148 ft. April 20, 2008. If I had a little more of a warm up this summer, I may have been able to do Mt Bross as well. Parts are hard packed. Democrat summit. Dogs are also able to use this trail. It is the 29th highest peak in Colorado. We got there at 6:15 on a Saturday and it wasn’t overly busy. Awesome day, not a cloud in the sky. Last 1/2 mile of this road is rougher with some pretty deep ruts (Sept 2015). By Democrat Staff | Published 3 weeks ago Lake levels Nov. 12. Democrat-Possibly the Hardest Hike of My Life! The first time was when I did the Mt. Lincoln (14,286’) - August 28, 2010 (click pictures to enlarge) We woke up at 5am to the sound of vehicles driving by the campsite on the way to the trailhead. Download Agreement, Release, and Acknowledgement of Risk: Take Colorado 9 to Alma. After summiting, hikers will descend back to the Democrat-Cameron Saddle. Miles: 7.25 round-trip Elevation gain: 3,700 feet Class: 2 Trail Info: Decalibron Loop The famous Decalibron loop summits four peaks (only three are official) in one giant loop. Early morning is obviously the best time. This is a difficult out and back trail to Mount Democrat in San Isabel National Forest. The road in has been cleared of all snow and we had no issues with a low clearance car. Mt. Between Democrat and Lincoln is another point that is named Cameron Peak. Very difficult for a small 61 year old woman. The first really incredible views are from the saddle as it looks over … The trailhead for the DeCaLiBron is located at Kite Lake which is just outside of the village of Alma. You must pay a $5 fee to park/camp at Kite Lake. Five Colorado peaks higher than 14,000 feet are located in the Mesquito Range south of Breckenridge: Mounts Democrat, Cameron, Lincoln, Bross, and Sherman. These conditions could quickly change with any new snow. This road is hidden. Three in the group, Zach, Karen and Andy were successful in completing the circuit-they were amazing! Trying to get input about which would be best to plan for or if doing both in a week's time is good idea. Humbled by the Mountains . Getting There: From Denver, take 285 West to Colorado 9, past Fairplay to the sleepy little town of Alma. Start your hike at the Kite Lake trailhead, where you can find overnight camping for a small fee, or park a bit down the road for free. This section of the trail gets steep, and features lots of loose rock. The last mile of this road can be a bit more rough, but a good-clearance 2WD should still be able to make it when the road is dry. Hiked on 12/05/20. From the saddle, the trail climbs for approximately a half mile to a false summit. Starting at this high elevation is one of the reasons this climb is easier; additionally, the approach is is a direct route with no passes to go over. Also, bring a pen to fill out the $5 permit card! 4.8 4 mi / 2150 ft gain To begin this wonderful hike, drive from the town of Alma, Colorado and head up Buckskin Street for about 6 miles. Location: 39.3282776, -106.1289368. Mount Arkansas is an impressive peak that dominates the view from Freemont Pass on Route 91. Make sure to have enough water and food. Trailhead Trip Reports Photo Essays Map of Hikes Hike Calculator List of Links Why I Hike Echo Mountain Towns Warning Misc. Democrat (14,154 ft.) LIKE & SUBSCRIBE Check out my InstaGram: hollywood.hikes247 Clear … Graflex Super Graphic 4x5 with 150mm Caltar II-N, probably at f/32, perhaps with an orange filter. Parked at the closed gate, paid the $5 fee, and had approx 1 mile road walk to the trailhead. The trail was well graded and easy to follow though the altitude will always be a challenge. It's the easiest ski descent on Democrat and one of the easiest on a CO 14er. Continue north to reach the Democrat-Cameron saddle at 13,400' - 11. The Section between the saddle and the false summit of Democrat was the most challenging. This road is hidden. The hike up and down Mt Democrat is not for the faint at heart. Miners that roamed for gold on its slopes named it for their beloved President Lincoln. Mount Democrat Hike 1-1 is a Colorado 14er, 14,154 Distance: 4.2 mi (RT) Elevation Gain: 2,250 ft.Mt. Fee is $5 per vehicle. Sorry for this temporary inconvenience. Hiked Mt Democrat on 11/22/20 The climb to the top of Mount Cameron follows a long ridge all of the way to the top - about a thousand feet. 7.5 miles RTRoughly 3000 ft of elevation gain. A quick update on the road and the peak. Democrat, Mt. Jun 6, 2017 - Explore Colorado Native Wear's board "Mount Democrat 14,154 Hike Up and Down" on Pinterest. It is a 6 mile drive on a bumpy dirt road (CR8, Buckskin Rd) off Highway 9 in Alma, to get to the Kite Lake Trailhead for MT Democrat. Location: 39.329628, -106.1283493. Cameron. There is a false summit we called it with my husband the “are you kidding me corner” because you think that you will reach the summit at that point and you won’t. Cameron. Pike National Forest. Hike Mt Democrat, Mt Cameron, Mt Lincoln and Mt Bross (all 14ers) in a relatively short loop hike. Road to trailhead was impassable. The gate a mile below Kite Lake was open. We will be staying in Breckenridge for 4 nights and Alma for 3 nights the second week of August . Trail was well marked and available. Poles are highly recommended. Stay straight @ T; trail leading to Mt. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from May until October. There is a steep section at the start that passes by some mining ruins but after this spot the trail switchbacks gradually all the way to the Democrat/Cameron Saddle. We heard 80-90 mph winds towards the summit. Also it's very windy, VERY windy. Looking down at the trailhead, you can see the road coming up from Alma and the peaks rising up on either side, from this view Mt. Cameron, Mt. I would highly recommend a a vehicle with some clearance. Also my first 14er ! The trail is generally easy to follow, though there are some spots where it gets a bit faint. Democrat and Mt. The normal route starts at Kite Lake at approximately 12,000 feet. From the Kite Lake Campground and trailhead, follow the obvious trail as it enters the basin and starts climbing up the southern slopes of Mt. Bross from the trail up to the Democrat-Cameron saddle at 12,000 ft. 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