Record SL-635583 · Wikidata Q14685165
West Elk Peak
No list classifications
Elevation
3,975
m
13,041 ft
Prominence
3,095 m
Isolation
22.2 km
Coordinates
38.7179° N,
107.1994° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaWest Elk Peak, elevation 13,042 ft (3,975 m), is the highest summit in the West Elk Mountains of Gunnison County, Colorado. The mountain is in the West Elk Wilderness, northwest of Gunnison.
Best months
Hiking score 0–100 · 10-yr climate averagesRows beneath each bar: mean temperature, monthly precipitation. Highest-scoring month in red.
Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Baldy Mountain | 3,917 m | SE 152° | 2.2 km |
| Castle View Point | 3,823 m | E 97° | 3.9 km |
| Middle Baldy Mountain | 3,838 m | S 171° | 4.5 km |
Climbing routes
nearest first| Route | Area | Grade | From summit |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Western Mountaineer's Route | Main Castle Formation | 6b | 3.5 km |
| Corona Curve | Broadhead, The | 5b | 3.5 km |