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2,838 ft
Distance
-848 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
-848 ft
Altitude change
10,554 ft
Altitude min
11,403 ft
Altitude start
10,554 ft
Altitude end
-29.9%
Grade
-242.7%
Grade max
-5.8%
Grade min
2,838 ft
Distance down
Upper Main Slope Details
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Riding AreaHidden Valley
Estes Park, Colorado -
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Local Popularity5 in Backcountry Skiing
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Winter only trail
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Trail TypeSki Run (Off-Piste)
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Snow GroomingBackcountry
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DirectionDownhill Primary
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
From Trail Ridge Road, Upper Main Slope is the most obvious, wide-open slope. This line often holds the best snow in the area, mid-winter, and is the most popular line in Upper Hidden Valley, for good reason
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 5 miles avg distance
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(40.389010, -105.684920)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Main Slope
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Where is Upper Main Slope located?
Upper Main Slope is located in Hidden Valley, Estes Park, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Hidden Valley trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.38901, -105.68492.
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How hard is Upper Main Slope?
Upper Main Slope is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 29.9%.
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What is the elevation gain for Upper Main Slope?
The trail has 848 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 10,554 ft to 11,403 ft.
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Is Upper Main Slope a point to point trail?
Upper Main Slope is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is ski run (off-piste).
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