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13,804 ft · Mosquito Range, Colorado

Arkansas Mt

Arkansas Mt is a 13,804 ft peak in the Mosquito Range, Colorado. The standard route is the SE Ridge / Tweto Combo: 7 mi, 2,705 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Arkansas Mt in the Mosquito Range, Colorado

Arkansas Mt at a glance

  • Elevation13,804 ft4,207 m
  • RouteSE Ridge / Tweto ComboClass 2
  • Distance7 mi2,705 ft gain
  • Time5 – 7 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeMosquito RangeColorado

Climbing the SE Ridge / Tweto Combo

Arkansas Mt sits in the Mosquito Range. The usual ascent is SE Ridge / Tweto Combo, rated Class 2. Plan about 7.8 miles round-trip with roughly 2,705 ft of gain from about 11,520 ft. The trailhead is typically reachable by passenger car. Summer monsoon storms build fast, so start early and be off the summit by early afternoon. Watch for loose rock, route-finding on talus, and brief exposed steps where the terrain steepens. Stats and approach details follow climb13ers.com. Bring layers for cold wind on the summit ridge.

Gear and hazards

What to bring

  • Backpack (25–35 L)
  • Hiking Boots
  • Water
  • Offline Maps
  • Headlamp
  • Satellite Communicator
  • Whistle
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Sun Hat
  • Midlayer
  • Insulated Jacket
  • Hardshell Jacket
  • Warm Hat
  • Buff
  • Midweight Gloves
  • Trekking Poles
  • GPS Device
  • Power Bank
  • Water Filter
  • First-Aid Kit
  • Emergency Bivy

What to watch for

  • Storms
  • High altitude
  • Route-finding difficulty

Quests with Arkansas Mt

Peaks near Arkansas Mt

  1. Mount Tweto

    Mount Tweto

    13,683 ft · 0.8 mi away

  2. Mount Buckskin

    Mount Buckskin

    13,871 ft · 1.7 mi away

  3. Mount Democrat

    Mount Democrat

    14,155 ft · 2.1 mi away

  4. Mosquito Peak

    Mosquito Peak

    13,787 ft · 2.2 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Arkansas Mt?

Arkansas Mt is 13,804 feet (4,207 m) tall. It is in the Mosquito Range, Colorado.

How does Arkansas Mt rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,804 feet, Arkansas Mt is the 53rd highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Arkansas Mt?

The SE Ridge / Tweto Combo is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 7 miles with 2,705 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Arkansas Mt?

Most people take 5 – 7 hours round trip on the SE Ridge / Tweto Combo, covering 7 miles with 2,705 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Arkansas Mt?

The SE Ridge / Tweto Combo needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 7 miles with 2,705 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.

Will you get altitude sickness on Arkansas Mt?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Arkansas Mt reaches 13,804 feet. Spend a night or two at elevation first, drink plenty of water and turn back if a headache, nausea or dizziness gets worse.

What time should you start hiking Arkansas Mt?

Early. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer, so aim to be off the summit and the exposed upper mountain by early afternoon.

When is the best time to hike Arkansas Mt?

The usual hiking window is July to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.

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