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13,514 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Bridal Peak

Bridal Peak is a 13,514 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the Bridal Peak East Saddle & Ridge: 10 mi, 800 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Bridal Peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Bridal Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,514 ft4,119 m
  • RouteBridal Peak East Saddle & RidgeClass 2
  • Distance10 mi800 ft gain
  • Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the Bridal Peak East Saddle & Ridge

Bridal Peak sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is Bridal Peak East Saddle & Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 10.5 miles round-trip with roughly 800 ft of gain from about 11,075 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 Bridal Peak

Peaks near Bridal Peak

  1. UN 13145

    UN 13145

    13,145 ft · 1.2 mi away

  2. Lookout Peak

    Lookout Peak

    13,669 ft · 1.3 mi away

  3. T 10

    T 10

    13,484 ft · 1.5 mi away

  4. La Junta Peak

    La Junta Peak

    13,475 ft · 1.8 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Bridal Peak?

Bridal Peak is 13,514 feet (4,119 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado.

How does Bridal Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,514 feet, Bridal Peak is the 191st highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Bridal Peak?

The Bridal Peak East Saddle & Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 10 miles with 800 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Bridal Peak?

Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Bridal Peak East Saddle & Ridge, covering 10 miles with 800 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Bridal Peak?

The Bridal Peak East Saddle & Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 10 miles with 800 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 Bridal Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Bridal Peak reaches 13,514 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 Bridal 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 Bridal 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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