Monte Cristo
Mountain in Utah · 11,122 ft
The hike up Monte Cristo
The route starts at Wildcat Base Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Monte Cristo?
Monte Cristo is 11,122 ft above sea level and lies in Utah. Its prominence is 400 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Monte Cristo?
From Wildcat Base Trailhead it is about 2.7 mi one way with 2,687 ft of ascent. Expect around 3 h 48 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Monte Cristo?
The nearest starting point is Wildcat Base Trailhead (east of the peak) — 2.7 mi on foot · ↑ 2,687 ft · about 3 h 48 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area east of the peak (about 3.3 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 Monte Cristo in Conquer?
Yes — Monte Cristo 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.
Conquer Monte Cristo in the app
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