Mount Flora to James Peak

Date: 06/20/2021
Partner: Kristi Henes
Start: Berthoud Pass
Finish: St. Mary's Glacier
Summits: Flora, Eva, Parry, Mt. Bancroft, James
Distance: 13 miles
Ascent: 5,400ft
Descent: 6,200ft
Duration: 7.25hrs
Rating: Class 2
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Mount Flora to James Peak is a long and gentle traverse with one class 3 move on James' south ridge. After spending a full day on alpine ridges arriving at Saint Mary's is like showing up at Disneyland. The long glissade down the glacier feels like an amusement ride. The glacial snow runs all the way to Saint Mary's Lake and there are people skiing and snowboarding every month of the year. The lake has a tropical island feel with people swimming and kids running around having the time of their lives. If you like longer days in the alpine this hike is well worth the shuttle.

Flora 14ers.com Page
Eva 14ers.com Page
Parry 14ers.com Page
Bancroft 14ers.com Page
James 14ers.com Page