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13,176 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Conejos Peak

Conejos Peak is a 13,176 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the Conejos Peak East Ridge: 5 mi, 2,020 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Conejos Peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Conejos Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,176 ft4,016 m
  • RouteConejos Peak East RidgeClass 2
  • Distance5 mi2,020 ft gain
  • Time4 – 6 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the Conejos Peak East Ridge

Conejos Peak sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is Conejos Peak East Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 5.6 miles round-trip with roughly 2,020 ft of gain from about 11,150 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 (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 Conejos Peak

Peaks near Conejos Peak

  1. Summit Peak

    Summit Peak

    13,304 ft · 8.1 mi away

  2. Montezuma Peak

    Montezuma Peak

    13,158 ft · 8.8 mi away

  3. Unicorn, The

    Unicorn, The

    13,030 ft · 8.9 mi away

  4. Bennett Peak

    Bennett Peak

    13,206 ft · 15.4 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Conejos Peak?

Conejos Peak is 13,176 feet (4,016 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado.

How does Conejos Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,176 feet, Conejos Peak is the 444th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Conejos Peak?

The Conejos Peak East Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 5 miles with 2,020 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Conejos Peak?

Most people take 4 – 6 hours round trip on the Conejos Peak East Ridge, covering 5 miles with 2,020 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Conejos Peak?

The Conejos Peak East Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 5 miles with 2,020 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 Conejos Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Conejos Peak reaches 13,176 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 Conejos 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 Conejos 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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