Highlight • Trail
North Fork Crystal River
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Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness
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Scott
August 25, 2025
The river starts close to Frigid Air pass, flowing into the Fravert Basin. The meadows here are known for their spectacular wildflowers, which burst with color in late summer. Take a lot of care as you cross the river here, especially in the spring and early summer.
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5.0
(1)
26
hikers
23.8km
09:40
1,310m
1,310m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard
5
hikers
20.8km
07:04
1,010m
990m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard
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Elevation 3,170 m
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