Continental Divide in Rocky Mountain National Park

Continental Divide

A ridge with an elevation of 3,914 meters, or 12,841 feet.

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Continental Divide Details

Continental Divide is a ridge with an elevation of 3,914 meters, or 12,841 feet.

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Nearby Parks Around Continental Divide

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Arches

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Continental Divide

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7.7 mi away

Independence Pass

At 12,095-feet above sea level, this mountain pass between Aspen and the Twin Lakes has some of the best scenic views in the entire state.

10.2 mi away

Devil's Punchbowl Aspen

Most thrill-seekers in Colorado have inevitably heard of this swimming hole near Independence Pass in Aspen.

10.7 mi away

Lost Man Lake

This body of water may not have beloved Colorado surrounds of pine trees and snow-covered mountains, but it does offer a unique landscape for those who do not mind something a little different.

11.5 mi away

Mount Elbert

Dominating the Rocky Mountain skyline is the mighty 14,440-foot peak of this snow-striped mountain.

14.4 mi away

Mount Elbert

Hiking to the top of Colorados highest peak is no easy feat, although it is guaranteed to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience that most trekkers can only dream about.