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13,694 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Cooper Creek Peak

Cooper Creek Peak is a 13,694 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the UN 13,694 "Cooper Ck. Pk." N. Ridge: 12 mi, 3,650 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Cooper Creek Peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Cooper Creek Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,694 ft4,173 m
  • RouteUN 13,694 "Cooper Ck. Pk." N. RidgeClass 2
  • Distance12 mi3,650 ft gain
  • Time8 – 10 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the UN 13,694 "Cooper Ck. Pk." N. Ridge

Cooper Creek Peak sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is UN 13,694 "Cooper Ck. Pk." N. Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 12.2 miles round-trip with roughly 3,650 ft of gain from about 10,640 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 (35–55 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 Cooper Creek Peak

Peaks near Cooper Creek Peak

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  3. Peak 13820

    Peak 13820

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    Sunshine Peak

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Frequently asked questions

How tall is Cooper Creek Peak?

Cooper Creek Peak is 13,694 feet (4,173 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. It is also known as Cooper Creek Peak.

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

At 13,694 feet, Cooper Creek Peak is the 98th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Cooper Creek Peak?

The UN 13,694 "Cooper Ck. Pk." N. Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 12 miles with 3,650 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Cooper Creek Peak?

Most people take 8 – 10 hours round trip on the UN 13,694 "Cooper Ck. Pk." N. Ridge, covering 12 miles with 3,650 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.

Can a beginner hike Cooper Creek Peak?

The UN 13,694 "Cooper Ck. Pk." N. Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 12 miles with 3,650 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 Cooper Creek Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Cooper Creek Peak reaches 13,694 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 Cooper Creek Peak?

Early. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer, so aim to be off the summit and the exposed upper mountain by early afternoon. At 8 – 10 hours round trip, many parties start in the dark.

When is the best time to hike Cooper 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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