Longs Peak: Best Time to Visit, Jul–Sep | Trailwind

Legendary trekLongs PeakRocky Mountain NP, Colorado, United StatesBest time to visit Longs Peak: Jul–Sep. Colorado's classic fourteener via the exposed Keyhole Route. Weather and timing on Trailwind.

Best time: Jul–Sep

Signature route: Keyhole Route

In season: ~9°C high

Climate: -22–11°C

Nearest airport: DEN

Currency: USD

Language: English

Timezone: UTC-05:00

Best time to visitAim for Jul–Sep, the 3 months that line up best.The routeThe classic way in is the Keyhole Route. Nearest airport is DEN.Featured in

Pairs well with

Sky Pond, 3 mi away

Emerald Lake, 4 mi away

The Stanley Hotel, 10 mi away

Union Station, 47 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit Longs Peak?The best time to visit Longs Peak is Jul–Sep, in Rocky Mountain NP, Colorado, United States.Where is Longs Peak?Longs Peak is in Rocky Mountain NP, Colorado, United States. The nearest major airport is DEN.What is Longs Peak known for?Colorado's classic fourteener via the exposed Keyhole Route.Keep exploring

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