Longs Peak
At about 4,346 m, Longs Peak is the park's highest summit and its only '14er.' The Keyhole Route is one of the most challenging one-day climbs in the Rockies.
Longs Peak is the symbol of Rocky Mountain National Park, and its east face, known as the Diamond, is a famous climbing route. The classic Keyhole Route is about 24 km round trip with a climb of about 1,500 m. Climbers must set out around 2-3 a.m. The upper section involves exposed rock climbing, and accidents occur every year, so it suits only experienced climbers. Ordinary visitors can hike about 6.8 km from the Longs Peak trailhead to Chasm Lake and look up at the Diamond. Longs Peak can also be admired from Trail Ridge Road, Lily Lake and other spots.
Opening hours
Open all day (start the summit hike before dawn)
Nearby sights
- Mills Lake
- Alberta Falls
- Wild Basin & Ouzel Falls
- Sky Pond
- Sprague Lake
- Bear Lake
- Dream Lake & Emerald Lake
- Chapel on the Rock (St. Catherine of Siena)