Carbon Knob
Mountain in Colorado · 11,745 ft
The hike up Carbon Knob
The route starts at Black Bear Pass Trailhead (Southeastern) — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Carbon Knob?
Carbon Knob is 11,745 ft above sea level and lies in Colorado. Its prominence is 154 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Carbon Knob?
From Black Bear Pass Trailhead (Southeastern) it is about 1.0 mi one way with 719 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 6 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Carbon Knob?
The nearest parking is Black Bear Pass Trailhead (Southeastern) (northwest of the peak) — 1.0 mi on foot · ↑ 719 ft · about 1 h 6 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 4.9 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 Carbon Knob in Conquer?
Yes — Carbon Knob 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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