Cottonwood Pass from Taylor Park Reservoir
Colorado, united-states
61.8km 1305m 2.1%
2Cat 2
Cottonwood Pass from Taylor Park Reservoir
Colorado, united-states
Cottonwood Pass from Taylor Park Reservoir covers 61.8km and 1,305m of climbing, reaching 3,694m at the summit. The average gradient of 2.1% disguises ramps of 6% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 12 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The summit at 3,694m sits above the treeline, where the air thins and the views extend to distant peaks. Located in Colorado, United-states.
- Summit above 3600m — expect thin air, snow into early summer, and conditions that change fast.
- 12 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- A false flat around km 12 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
61.8km
Avg Gradient
2.1%
Max Gradient
6%
Elevation Gain
1305m
Summit
3,694m
Wall Rating
4.9
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