Cat 2

Independence Pass from Twin Lakes

Colorado, united-states

Independence Pass from Twin Lakes covers 24.7km and 872m of climbing, reaching 3,689m at the summit. Averaging 3.5%, the road kicks to 6.5% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. The 3 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. The summit at 3,689m 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.
  • A false flat around km 7 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.

Independence Pass from Twin Lakes

Colorado, united-states

24.7km 872m 3.5%
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Distance

24.7km

Avg Gradient

3.5%

Max Gradient

6.5%

Elevation Gain

872m

Summit

3,689m

Wall Rating

4.7

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