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13,698 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Every Mtn

Every Mtn is a 13,698 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the UN 13,698 (Every Mtn) West Ridge: 10 mi, 3,170 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Every Mtn in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Every Mtn at a glance

  • Elevation13,698 ft4,175 m
  • RouteUN 13,698 (Every Mtn) West RidgeClass 2
  • Distance10 mi3,170 ft gain
  • Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the UN 13,698 (Every Mtn) West Ridge

Every Mtn sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is UN 13,698 (Every Mtn) West Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 10.2 miles round-trip with roughly 3,170 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 (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 Every Mtn

Peaks near Every Mtn

  1. Cooper Creek Peak

    Cooper Creek Peak

    13,694 ft · 1.1 mi away

  2. Redcloud Peak

    Redcloud Peak

    14,034 ft · 2.6 mi away

  3. Peak 13820

    Peak 13820

    13,820 ft · 3.1 mi away

  4. Sunshine Peak

    Sunshine Peak

    14,001 ft · 3.9 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Every Mtn?

Every Mtn is 13,698 feet (4,175 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. It is also known as Every Mtn.

How does Every Mtn rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,698 feet, Every Mtn is the 95th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Every Mtn?

The UN 13,698 (Every Mtn) West 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 3,170 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Every Mtn?

Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the UN 13,698 (Every Mtn) West Ridge, covering 10 miles with 3,170 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Every Mtn?

The UN 13,698 (Every Mtn) West Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 10 miles with 3,170 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 Every Mtn?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Every Mtn reaches 13,698 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 Every Mtn?

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 Every Mtn?

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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