This route is an out and back to the 10,298 ft Hyalite Peak via Hyalite Creek Trail from Grotto Falls Trailhead.

The Spanish Peaks are a pair of prominent mountains located in southwestern Colorado. The Ute and Comanche Indians called the mountains Wahatoya which means "Breasts of the Earth". The Spanish Peaks were an important landmark on the Santa Fe Trail, the first glimpse of the Rocky Mountains for travelers.

East Spanish Peak is higher than any point in the United States east of its longitude (12,683 ft).

Sometimes described as Milwaukee's Hidden Central Park, this nearly eight mile route creates an escape from the city in the city. For most of these miles, there is little evidence of city life, and wildlife are more commonly seen than buildings. You'll run through several parks, often without even realizing they're just above you on the ridge.