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13,083 ft · Front Range, Colorado

Boreas Mtn

Boreas Mtn is a 13,083 ft peak in the Front Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Boreas Mtn from Boreas Pass: 3 mi, 1,580 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Boreas Mtn in the Front Range, Colorado

Boreas Mtn at a glance

  • Elevation13,083 ft3,987 m
  • RouteBoreas Mtn from Boreas PassClass 2
  • Distance3 mi1,580 ft gain
  • Time2 – 4 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeFront RangeColorado

Climbing the Boreas Mtn from Boreas Pass

Boreas Mtn sits in the Front Range. The usual ascent is Boreas Mtn from Boreas Pass, rated Class 2. Plan about 3 miles round-trip with roughly 1,580 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.

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 Boreas Mtn

Peaks near Boreas Mtn

  1. Bald Mtn

    Bald Mtn

    13,703 ft · 2.8 mi away

  2. Mount Guyot

    Mount Guyot

    13,372 ft · 3.6 mi away

  3. Hoosier Ridge

    Hoosier Ridge

    13,362 ft · 3.8 mi away

  4. Red Mtn

    Red Mtn

    13,238 ft · 4.0 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Boreas Mtn?

Boreas Mtn is 13,083 feet (3,987 m) tall. It is in the Front Range, Colorado.

How does Boreas Mtn rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,083 feet, Boreas Mtn is the 527th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Boreas Mtn?

The Boreas Mtn from Boreas Pass is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 3 miles with 1,580 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Boreas Mtn?

Most people take 2 – 4 hours round trip on the Boreas Mtn from Boreas Pass, covering 3 miles with 1,580 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Boreas Mtn?

The Boreas Mtn from Boreas Pass needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 3 miles with 1,580 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 Boreas Mtn?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Boreas Mtn reaches 13,083 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 Boreas 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 Boreas 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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