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13,461 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Campbell Creek Peak

Campbell Creek Peak is a 13,461 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the Campbell Ck Pk/Grizzly Gulch: 6 mi, 3,800 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Campbell Creek Peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Campbell Creek Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,461 ft4,102 m
  • RouteCampbell Ck Pk/Grizzly GulchClass 2
  • Distance6 mi3,800 ft gain
  • Time5 – 7 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the Campbell Ck Pk/Grizzly Gulch

Campbell Creek Peak sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is Campbell Ck Pk/Grizzly Gulch, rated Class 2. Plan about 6.8 miles round-trip with roughly 3,800 ft of gain from about 10,440 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 Campbell Creek Peak

Peaks near Campbell Creek Peak

  1. UN 13801

    UN 13801

    13,801 ft · 1.0 mi away

  2. Quarter Peak

    Quarter Peak

    13,681 ft · 1.8 mi away

  3. Handies Peak

    Handies Peak

    14,048 ft · 2.3 mi away

  4. Whitecross Mtn

    Whitecross Mtn

    13,553 ft · 2.3 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Campbell Creek Peak?

Campbell Creek Peak is 13,461 feet (4,102 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. It is also known as Campbell Creek Peak.

How does Campbell Creek Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,461 feet, Campbell Creek Peak is the 230th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Campbell Creek Peak?

The Campbell Ck Pk/Grizzly Gulch 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 3,800 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Campbell Creek Peak?

Most people take 5 – 7 hours round trip on the Campbell Ck Pk/Grizzly Gulch, covering 6 miles with 3,800 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Campbell Creek Peak?

The Campbell Ck Pk/Grizzly Gulch needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 6 miles with 3,800 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 Campbell Creek Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Campbell Creek Peak reaches 13,461 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 Campbell Creek 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 Campbell Creek 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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