Collegiate Loop (CT/CDT)
A 160-mile loop combining Colorado Trail and CDT sections around the Collegiate Peaks.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Colorado, USA
- Country
- Worldwide
- Biome
- Rocky Mountain alpine (2,700–4,000 m)
- Best season
- July – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Mountaineering
- Photography
Key takeaways
- Biome: Rocky Mountain alpine (2,700–4,000 m)
- Best season: July – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 160-mile loop combining Colorado Trail and CDT sections around the Collegiate Peaks.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Rocky Mountain alpine (2,700–4,000 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Collegiate Loop (CT/CDT) trip tools
Popular pursuits at Collegiate Loop (CT/CDT)
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
- Mountaineering
Glacier and high-route objectives with real consequence.
- Photography
Vantage points and the hours worth setting an alarm for.
