Deer Ridge Jct. Trailhead
The Deer Mountain Trail begins here - it's a moderately difficult, 3-mile, one-way hike to the summit.
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Deer Ridge Jct. Trailhead Details
The Deer Mountain trail begins here -- it's a moderately difficult, 3-mile, one-way hike to the summit, with an elevation gain of just over 1,000 feet. Deer Mountain tops out at 10,013 feet.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
Region
Trail Ridge Road
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Deer Ridge Jct. Trailhead
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Deer Ridge Junction
This is the meeting point of Trail Ridge Road -- also known as Highway 34 -- and Highway 36.
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Deer Mountain
This well maintained popular trail climbs steadily along the ponderosa pine and aspen groves.
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Trail Ridge Road
Rocky Mountain's famous "highway to the sky."
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Night Sky
Enjoy excellent views of the Milky Way galaxy, stars, planets, and other celestial bodies.
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Sheep Lakes
This area of Horseshoe Park is one of the best places to see Rocky Mountain wildlife.
