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Mount Elbert

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Mount Elbert is popular among hikers and is a relatively easy climb. At 4399 meters, Mount Elbert is the highest peak in Colorado and in the Rocky Mountains. It is the second highest peak in the Continental United States after Mount Whitney.

Mount Elbert was named after a controversial governor of Colorado named Samuel Elbert in 1873.

How to Get There

Mount Elbert is located:

50 miles S of Vail
40 miles E of Aspen
140 miles W of Denver

Best Time to Climb

Climb during the summer season (June - September).

TRAILS & ROUTES

General

North Mt. Elbert Trail Trailhead - Northeast Ridge Route
Black Cloud Trailhead - Southeast Ridge Route
South Halfmoon Creek Trailhead - Northwest Ridge Route
Echo Canyon Trailhead - Southwest Ridge Route
South Mt. Elbert Trail Trailhead - East Ridge Route

AREA SPECIFICATIONS

Targeted Activities	Camping, Hiking, Mountaineering
Season Availability:	June to September
Altitude:	4401- meters

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AREA OVERVIEW

Activities	Camping, Hiking, Mountaineering
City	Leadville
State	Colorado
Country	United States
Season	June to September

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