Monarch Pass Overlook & Trailhead
Gunnison County, Colorado
Overview
Monarch Pass is between Gunnison and Poncha Springs along Colorado’s Highway 50, which crosses the Continental Divide at 11,312 feet, offering sweeping vistas of central Colorado’s Sawatch Range. A large parking area, gift shop, and gondola make this a popular rest stop. It also serves as the trailhead for the Continental Divide National ScenicTrail, known locally as the Monarch Crest Trail.
Amenities
- WaterNo
- ElectricNo
- PetsNo
- ReservableNo
Conditions
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