Hiking · Silverton, CO
Cross Mountain Summit Route
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 12 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:09 pm.
Mostly Cloudy
Feels like 53°
Storm chance
2% overnight
Wind
5 mph SE
UV index
0 low
Sun window
6:22 am to 8:09 pm
Distance
9.07mi round trip
Elevation gain
1,496ft
High point
10,804ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
The Cross Mountain Summit Route is a difficult 9.07-mile hike located near Silverton and Rico, Colorado, in the Lizard Head Wilderness. The trail gains 3,847 feet in elevation to reach a summit at 12,703 feet, with an estimated duration of about six hours. Hikers begin in a meadow before entering a pine forest and reaching a junction below Lizard Head Peak. From there, the route involves navigating loose, Class 2+ to low Class 3 terrain to reach the ridge and final summit. The primary reward is exceptional views of Mt. Wilson, Wilson Peak, Gladstone Peak, and Lizard Head. Designated parking is available at the trailhead. While accessible year-round, conditions vary by season.
Trail profile
Gain
1,496 ft
Avg grade
3%
Steepest
4%
High point
10,804 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified
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