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Colorado

West Elk Peak

22.4 mi

Distance

5,873 ft

Gain

Conditions: Blocked

for hike, today

An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good

2 factors · 2 sources

Newest 10 h ago · oldest 10 h

  • problem: Agency alerts

    34 active alerts in Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests; most severe: Gold Mountain Wildfire Roads and Trails Closure Order v 4.0

    USFSPosted Sep 15 · checked 10 h ago

  • clear: Weather

    Clear, high 47°F / low 47°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for hike

    OpenWeather10 h ago

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Elevation & route

Distance
22.4 mi
Elevation gain
5,873 ft
Elevation loss
5,873 ft
Highest point
13,041 ft
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About this trail

West Elk Peak rises to 13,041 ft in Colorado. This route starts at Swampy Pass Trailhead and covers 22.4 miles round trip with about 5,873 ft of climbing.

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