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13,215 ft · Sangre de Cristo Range, Colorado

Eagle Peak

Eagle Peak is a 13,215 ft peak in the Sangre de Cristo Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Eagle Peak SSW Ridge: 10 mi, 3,745 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Eagle Peak in the Sangre de Cristo Range, Colorado

Eagle Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,215 ft4,027 m
  • RouteEagle Peak SSW RidgeClass 2
  • Distance10 mi3,745 ft gain
  • Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSangre de Cristo RangeColorado

Climbing the Eagle Peak SSW Ridge

Eagle Peak sits in the Sangre de Cristo Range. The usual ascent is Eagle Peak SSW Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 10.4 miles round-trip with roughly 3,745 ft of gain from about 11,300 ft. Expect a rough 4WD approach road. 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 Eagle Peak

Peaks near Eagle Peak

  1. Cottonwood Peak

    Cottonwood Peak

    13,597 ft · 2.0 mi away

  2. Lakes Peak

    Lakes Peak

    13,384 ft · 2.1 mi away

  3. Electric Peak

    Electric Peak

    13,618 ft · 3.4 mi away

  4. De Anza Peak

    De Anza Peak

    13,391 ft · 4.7 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Eagle Peak?

Eagle Peak is 13,215 feet (4,027 m) tall. It is in the Sangre de Cristo Range, Colorado.

How does Eagle Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,215 feet, Eagle Peak is the 422nd highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Eagle Peak?

The Eagle Peak SSW 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 3,745 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Eagle Peak?

Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the Eagle Peak SSW Ridge, covering 10 miles with 3,745 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Eagle Peak?

The Eagle Peak SSW Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 10 miles with 3,745 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 Eagle Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Eagle Peak reaches 13,215 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 Eagle 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 Eagle 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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