United StatesColoradoBlack Ridge

Black Ridge

Mountain in Colorado · 7,090 ft

7,090 ft
Elevation
354 ft
Prominence
2.8 mi
Hike length one way
39.0658, -108.7478
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Black Ridge

2.8 mi
one way
705 ft
of ascent
2 h 17 min
round trip

The route starts at Liberty Cap Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

6,509 ft2.8 mi · 7,126 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Liberty Cap TrailheadRecommended
parking · southeast of the peak
2.8 mi on foot · ↑ 705 ft · about 2 h 17 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · east of the peak
about 3.6 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Upper Ute Canyon Overlook
parking · southeast of the peak
about 4.7 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Black Ridge?

Black Ridge is 7,090 ft above sea level and lies in Colorado. Its prominence is 354 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Black Ridge?

From Liberty Cap Trailhead it is about 2.8 mi one way with 705 ft of ascent. Expect around 2 h 17 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Black Ridge?

The nearest parking is Liberty Cap Trailhead (southeast of the peak) — 2.8 mi on foot · ↑ 705 ft · about 2 h 17 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area east of the peak (about 3.6 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Black Ridge in Conquer?

Yes — Black Ridge is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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