Mount of the Holy Cross

Mount of the Holy Cross is a unique crossed-shaped snowfield within the Rocky Mountain Range of Colorado which is a fascinating landmark and has a religious significance to many Christians and is often visited on pilgrimages.

  • Mount of the Holy Cross is a cross-shaped mountain in the Rocky Mountains Range, Colorado.
  • The beautiful area is great for recreation such as hiking and mountain biking.
  • The Mount has become significant to Christians and since 1920 has become a place for pilgrimages and is considered a spiritually significant area.

Overview

Mount of the Holy Cross within the Rocky Mountain Range in Colorado is famous for its formation which makes it appear crossed-shaped. The cross has a 1,500 foot vertical couloir, which is intersected horizontally by a 750- foot bench. Since its discovery in 1869, it has become increasingly famous and has, unsurprisingly, become a site for Christian pilgrimages from the 1920s onwards.

Location/Directions

The mount lies just east of Holy Cross in the Rocky Mountain Range, Colorado. Both Notch Mountain and Mount of the Holy Cross can be reached by the same trailhead, just north of the mountains.

Seasons

The Mount is open all year round but weather restrictions are to be considered in the winter months.

Activities

One of the main activities at the mountain is hiking with numerous trails of varying difficulty. The trails are also great for mountain biking which is a popular activity in the area. The mount also has a very special significance to a huge number of Christians who travel here each year for religious pilgrimages. It is a considered a special haven for Christians to visit and provides a tranquil and spiritual environment.

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