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13,703 ft · Front Range, Colorado

Bald Mtn

Bald Mtn is a 13,703 ft peak in the Front Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Bald Mtn South Ridge: 6 mi, 2,700 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Bald Mtn in the Front Range, Colorado

Bald Mtn at a glance

  • Elevation13,703 ft4,176 m
  • RouteBald Mtn South RidgeClass 2
  • Distance6 mi2,700 ft gain
  • Time5 – 7 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeFront RangeColorado

Climbing the Bald Mtn South Ridge

Bald Mtn sits in the Front Range. The usual ascent is Bald Mtn South Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 6.5 miles round-trip with roughly 2,700 ft of gain from about 11,500 ft. Expect high clearance for the drive. 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. Carry extra water above treeline.

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 Bald Mtn

Peaks near Bald Mtn

  1. Mount Guyot

    Mount Guyot

    13,372 ft · 2.0 mi away

  2. Boreas Mtn

    Boreas Mtn

    13,083 ft · 2.8 mi away

  3. Red Mtn

    Red Mtn

    13,238 ft · 4.4 mi away

  4. Hoosier Ridge

    Hoosier Ridge

    13,362 ft · 4.7 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Bald Mtn?

Bald Mtn is 13,703 feet (4,176 m) tall. It is in the Front Range, Colorado.

How does Bald Mtn rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,703 feet, Bald Mtn is the 90th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Bald Mtn?

The Bald Mtn South Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 6 miles with 2,700 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Bald Mtn?

Most people take 5 – 7 hours round trip on the Bald Mtn South Ridge, covering 6 miles with 2,700 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Bald Mtn?

The Bald Mtn South Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 6 miles with 2,700 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 Bald Mtn?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Bald Mtn reaches 13,703 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 Bald Mtn?

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 Bald Mtn?

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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