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Mount Bourgeau
Long ascent past Bourgeau Lake and Harvey Pass to a broad summit ridge with 360-degree Front Range views.
Time
8h
Distance
24 km
Gain
1530m
Trailhead
Bourgeau Lake lot, Trans-Canada Highway
Conditions, access, and parking can change quickly. Check before going.
Plan notes
Best for
Fit hikers wanting summit views without scrambling.
Pair with
Bourgeau Lake or Harvey Pass for shorter alternatives from the same lot.
Access
Shares the Bourgeau Lake trailhead. Continue past Harvey Pass on a defined trail to the summit ridge.
Season
Snow on the upper ridge can linger into July. Best mid-July through September.
Safety
Exposed alpine terrain — weather changes quickly. No scrambling required, but turn back if storms build.
From town
Short drive
