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13,618 ft · Sangre de Cristo Range, Colorado

Electric Peak

Electric Peak is a 13,618 ft peak in the Sangre de Cristo Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Electric Peak A SSE Ridge: 23 mi, 6,400 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Electric Peak in the Sangre de Cristo Range, Colorado

Electric Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,618 ft4,150 m
  • RouteElectric Peak A SSE RidgeClass 2
  • Distance23 mi6,400 ft gain
  • Time15 – 17 hrsVery Hard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSangre de Cristo RangeColorado

Climbing the Electric Peak A SSE Ridge

Electric Peak sits in the Sangre de Cristo Range. The usual ascent is Electric Peak A SSE Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 23 miles round-trip with roughly 6,400 ft of gain from about 9,130 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 (55–75 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 Electric Peak

Peaks near Electric Peak

  1. De Anza Peak

    De Anza Peak

    13,391 ft · 1.5 mi away

  2. Lakes Peak

    Lakes Peak

    13,384 ft · 1.6 mi away

  3. Gibbs Peak

    Gibbs Peak

    13,577 ft · 2.6 mi away

  4. Mount Owen

    Mount Owen

    13,361 ft · 3.0 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Electric Peak?

Electric Peak is 13,618 feet (4,150 m) tall. It is in the Sangre de Cristo Range, Colorado.

How does Electric Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,618 feet, Electric Peak is the 131st highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Electric Peak?

The Electric Peak A SSE Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort very hard: 23 miles with 6,400 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Electric Peak?

Most people take 15 – 17 hours round trip on the Electric Peak A SSE Ridge, covering 23 miles with 6,400 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.

Can a beginner hike Electric Peak?

The Electric Peak A SSE Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a very hard day: 23 miles with 6,400 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 Electric Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Electric Peak reaches 13,618 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 Electric Peak?

Early. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer, so aim to be off the summit and the exposed upper mountain by early afternoon. At 15 – 17 hours round trip, many parties start in the dark.

When is the best time to hike Electric 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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