Longs Peak

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Learn more about climbing the Longs Peak Keyhole Route, including answers to Frequently Asked Questions.

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Watch a video on the Keyhole Route HERE

 

North Face of Longs Peak from the Boulderfield, 7/13/2026

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Longs Peak Conditions Report
7/19/2026

Summer conditions are in full swing on Longs Peak and the mountain is almost completely snow free, with just a few patches remaining on the North Face. However, rapidly changing conditions mean hazards like ice formation may still exist on the upper mountain. Monsoon season has also arrived, and afternoon thunderstorms will remain a real threat for the remainder of the summer season. Returning to treeline by noon is recommended to help mitigate exposure to lightning storms.

Extra warm clothes, waterproof layers, extra food and water, a headlamp, personal first aid kit, and a cell phone are all strongly recommended. If you are traveling alone, please tell a friend or family member your plans and take extra care with decision making. Even a minor accident while traveling alone on the mountain can quickly turn into a serious situation. As always, please be prepared to turn around when conditions exceed your abilities.

For weather forecasts, visit www.weather.gov and search "Longs Peak."

 

Keyhole Route Conditions

The Keyhole route is now snow free and in summer conditions. However, various sections of the route may still see ice formation overnight, creating an enormous potential for slips on icy rock. These patches of ice may be difficult to see on first glance and/or obscured by shadows. Afternoon storms are extremely common this time of year, and a return to treeline by noon is recommended to help mitigate exposure to lightning storms.

Remember your safety is in your own hands

 

The Ledges, 7/3/2026

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Looking up the Trough, 7/13/26

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The Narrows, 7/3/26

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Looking up the Homestretch, 7/11/26

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Chasm Crossing

The trail between Chasm Junction and Chasm Meadow crosses a steep slope known as Chasm Crossing. This slope is snow free for the summer and can be traveled entirely on dry trail. With this, the entirety of the trail from the trailhead to Chasm Lake is now snow-free.

 

Chasm Crossing, 7/3/2026

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