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    1. Outdoor
    2. Hiking
    3. Elitches

    Elitches

    Paonia, CO 81000
    Hiking
    Moderate
    Elevation
    6,037ft
    Distance
    1.00 miles
    Duration
    1 hours
    Season
    Jan - Dec
    In Season

    Current Conditions

    Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.

    Reported 3/2/2025 • Verified

    About

    From town, keep to the outer left trail to access Elitches, which will ascend along a prominent ridgeline up to the Tower of Power, at which point you can continue up along Twist and Shout to the top or descend the way you came or on any number of other trails via Powerline Rd.

    Elevation Profile

    Trail Points

    Parking • 5,825ft

    Trailhead

    Viewpoint • 6,037ft

    Viewpoint

    Amenities

    Parking Available
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