Travel guide to the top of Coney Summit in Colorado

Coney Summit is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 4.059m (13,316ft) above sea level, located in Hinsdale County, in the US state of Colorado. It’s one of the highest roads in Colorado.

Coney Summit

Where is Coney Summit?

The peak, also known as Coney Peak and Coney Point, is located in the southwestern part of Colorado, within the Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests.

Is the road to Coney Summit unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved. A 4WD vehicle with good clearance is required. It comprises narrow parts and very steep sections. The road is very lightly travelled. At this elevation the air is thin but the views are plentiful. The road affords great views of distant meadows, mountains and other terrain features.

How long is the road to Coney Summit?

Starting from Carson ghost town, the ascent is 2.2km (1.36 miles) long. Over this distance the elevation gain is 287 meters. The average gradient is 13.04%.

Is the road to Coney Summit open year-round?

Set high in the heart of the San Juan Mountains Range on top of the Continental Divide, the road is not plowed in winters. Unpredictable mountain weather can threaten snow any month of the year. Violent thunder and lightning storms may ravage the afternoon sky.
Pic&more info: https://www.gaiagps.com/hike/228942/coney-point-via-continental-divide-nst/

 

 

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