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13,107 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Corbett Ridge

Corbett Ridge is a 13,107 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the UN13,107 (Corbett) NNW Ridge: 8 mi, 3,680 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Corbett Ridge in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Corbett Ridge at a glance

  • Elevation13,107 ft3,995 m
  • RouteUN13,107 (Corbett) NNW RidgeClass 2
  • Distance8 mi3,680 ft gain
  • Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the UN13,107 (Corbett) NNW Ridge

Corbett Ridge sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is UN13,107 (Corbett) NNW Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 8 miles round-trip with roughly 3,680 ft of gain from about 9,430 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 (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 Corbett Ridge

Peaks near Corbett Ridge

  1. Whitehouse Mtn

    Whitehouse Mtn

    13,500 ft · 0.5 mi away

  2. Mount Ridgway

    Mount Ridgway

    13,481 ft · 1.4 mi away

  3. Teakettle Mtn

    Teakettle Mtn

    13,815 ft · 2.4 mi away

  4. Cirque Mtn

    Cirque Mtn

    13,692 ft · 2.6 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Corbett Ridge?

Corbett Ridge is 13,107 feet (3,995 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. It is also known as Corbett Ridge.

How does Corbett Ridge rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,107 feet, Corbett Ridge is the 511th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Corbett Ridge?

The UN13,107 (Corbett) NNW 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 3,680 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Corbett Ridge?

Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the UN13,107 (Corbett) NNW Ridge, covering 8 miles with 3,680 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Corbett Ridge?

The UN13,107 (Corbett) NNW Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 8 miles with 3,680 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 Corbett Ridge?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Corbett Ridge reaches 13,107 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 Corbett Ridge?

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 Corbett Ridge?

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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