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    1. Outdoor
    2. Hiking
    3. Spencer Basin - Highland Mary Loop

    Spencer Basin - Highland Mary Loop

    Silverton, CO 81000
    Hiking
    Difficult
    Spencer Basin - Highland Mary Loop main view
    Spencer Basin - Highland Mary Loop view 2
    In A State Widely Recognized For Its Snow Blue Skies And Mining History The Gold
    Spencer Basin - Highland Mary Loop view 3
    Clear Reflection In Lost Lake
    Elevation
    12,781ft
    Distance
    12.30 miles
    Duration
    8 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

    The Spencer Basin - Highland Mary Loop is a challenging hike that covers 12.30 miles of rugged terrain, reaching an elevation of 12,781 feet. This difficult trail requires a significant amount of time, with an estimated duration of 8 hours and 12 minutes. The route takes hikers through a variety of landscapes, including alpine basins and mountain peaks, with notable features such as scenic vistas and potentially abundant wildflowers in the summer months. Hikers should be prepared for varying trail conditions, including potential snow and ice in the winter months, from January through December, and parking is available at the trailhead.

    Elevation Profile

    Trail Points

    Parking • 10,780ft

    Trailhead

    Waypoint • 11,780ft

    Trail Marker

    Waypoint • 12,781ft

    Trail Marker

    Viewpoint • 11,780ft

    Viewpoint

    Amenities

    Parking Available
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