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Learn how to climb the Angel of Shavano, a snow feature that resembles an angel, on the southeast slopes of Mount Shavano. Find trailhead directions, route details, photos, maps and tips for this class 2 snow climb.
A tent camping site along the north fork of the south Arkansas River, near the Angel of Shavano Trailhead for the Colorado Trail. Open from May 17 to Sept. 24, 2024, with fees, restrictions and directions provided.
Jan 26, 2024 · Learn about the mysterious snowfield on Mount Shavano that resembles an angel and has various myths behind it. Find out when and how to see this natural wonder in Colorado.
A campground near Salida, Colorado, with access to the North Fork South Arkansas River for hiking, biking, and fishing. Reservations are required and can be made up to 1 year in advance.
Apr 29, 2024 · Angel of Shavano is an east/southeast facing snow line on a 14er located in Central Colorado. When fully “in”, the line provides continuous snow from the top of the mountain all the way down to 11,200ft or so. The Angel of Shavano gets its name from a view of the snow line in the distance, when melted out, that resembles an angel.
The Angel of Shavano Trailhead is located across the road from the Angel of Shavano Campground and serves as major trailhead along the Colorado Trail #1776. The first .25 miles from the trailhead climbs steeply out the North Fork valley and then levels off to an easy hike that winds in and out aspen and spruce/fir forests.
Find out how to visit Angel of Shavano, a campground in Pike San Isabel National Forest and Cimarron National Grassland. Learn about the availability, fees, rules, and facilities of this first-come, first-served site.
