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Mays Peak

Mountain in Colorado · 8,284 ft

8,284 ft
Elevation
387 ft
Prominence
0.6 mi
Hike length one way
38.8014, -104.8961
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Mays Peak

0.6 mi
one way
374 ft
of ascent
37 min
round trip

The route starts at JONES PARK — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

7,881 ft0.6 mi · 8,255 ft

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Parking and starting point

1JONES PARKRecommended
parking · west of the peak
0.6 mi on foot · ↑ 374 ft · about 37 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · southwest of the peak
about 1.7 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3BEAR CREEK
parking · northwest of the peak
about 2.1 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 Mays Peak?

Mays Peak is 8,284 ft above sea level and lies in Colorado. Its prominence is 387 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Mays Peak?

From JONES PARK it is about 0.6 mi one way with 374 ft of ascent. Expect around 37 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Mays Peak?

The nearest parking is JONES PARK (west of the peak) — 0.6 mi on foot · ↑ 374 ft · about 37 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southwest of the peak (about 1.7 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 Mays Peak in Conquer?

Yes — Mays Peak 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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