Mt. of the Holy Cross - Colorado 14er Dayhike

Mount of The Holy Cross may not be the tallest of Colorado's Fourteeners, in fact at 14,005' it barely cracks the list at all is the third shortest of the group. However, what it may lack in height compared to its brethren, it more than makes up for in its power.

Holy Cross has a lot of character. After a long drive up Tigiwon Road, hike over Half Moon Pass and drop back down toward a stream. Reach boulder steps at around 12,000 ft and follow them up to a ridge along 13,600 ft. From here it's a difficult class 2 scramble to the summit, which offers incredible views of the Sawatch, Gore, and Elk Ranges. This is truly one of the most scenic summits in the Sawatch Range.