Pitchoff Mountain and Balancing Rocks

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Difficulty: Moderate
Length: 3.7 miles / 6.0 km
Duration: Half day

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Overview: A fun hike up Pitchoff Mountain past some glacial eratics left behind called the "Balancing Rocks" area. The summit ridge has great views over all the high peaks too. This is a great hike for any season, just watch out if it is icy up on the rocks on the way up.

Tips: The main trail starts on route 73 approximately 6.8 miles west of Keen. The trailhead is about 300 meters west from the small lake in the pass. It is across the street from the Cascade Mountain Trailhead.

You can fill-out a self issue permit at the trailhead.

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Pitchoff Mountain Trailhead

There is no fee to park here as of yet. Head off on the Pitchoff Mountain Trail.

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Balancing Rocks on Pitchoff

Here are the famous Balancing Rocks on Pitchoff. Climb around on them and enjoy the views down to the Cascade Lakes and across the notch to the summit of Cascade.

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Summit of Pitchoff

At 3,600 feet you are at the summit of PItchoff Mountain. Enjoy the great views of the High Peaks to the south and head down when you are ready the same way you came up.