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13,134 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Boskoff Peak

Boskoff Peak is a 13,134 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the Boskoff Peak SW Ridge: 8 mi, 3,715 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Boskoff Peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Boskoff Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,134 ft4,003 m
  • RouteBoskoff Peak SW RidgeClass 2
  • Distance8 mi3,715 ft gain
  • Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the Boskoff Peak SW Ridge

Boskoff Peak sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is Boskoff Peak SW Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 8.8 miles round-trip with roughly 3,715 ft of gain from about 9,410 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 (30–40 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 Boskoff Peak

Peaks near Boskoff Peak

  1. Fowler Peak

    Fowler Peak

    13,507 ft · 1.1 mi away

  2. UN 13,575 (near Wilson Peak)

    UN 13,575 (near Wilson Peak)

    13,575 ft · 1.6 mi away

  3. El Diente Peak

    El Diente Peak

    14,159 ft · 1.8 mi away

  4. Mount Wilson

    Mount Wilson

    14,252 ft · 2.4 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Boskoff Peak?

Boskoff Peak is 13,134 feet (4,003 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado.

How does Boskoff Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,134 feet, Boskoff Peak is the 487th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Boskoff Peak?

The Boskoff Peak SW Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 8 miles with 3,715 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Boskoff Peak?

Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Boskoff Peak SW Ridge, covering 8 miles with 3,715 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Boskoff Peak?

The Boskoff Peak SW Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 8 miles with 3,715 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 Boskoff Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Boskoff Peak reaches 13,134 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 Boskoff Peak?

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 Boskoff Peak?

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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