 This version of the Top of the World route is shorter and more difficult. It travels Rose Garden Hill both up and down, but omits the Top of the World viewpoint because of the time consumed on the big hill. Remaining is the thrill of a short cliff-hanging section above the deep Cottonwood Canyon that drains from Fisher Valley. The trail climbs onto the southern part of Waring Mesa and views the Dolores River canyon in the near distance, and it includes all of the challenging sections of the parent route. We expect to go out and return the same way with a scenic loop at the top. Total travel distance is 81 miles with 37 miles off highway
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