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13,073 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Kendall No 2 BM

Kendall No 2 BM is a 13,073 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the Kendall #2 Benchmark from Kendall Mountain: 4 mi, 2,215 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Kendall No 2 BM in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Kendall No 2 BM at a glance

  • Elevation13,073 ft3,984 m
  • RouteKendall #2 Benchmark from Kendall MountainClass 2
  • Distance4 mi2,215 ft gain
  • Time3 – 5 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the Kendall #2 Benchmark from Kendall Mountain

Kendall No 2 BM sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is Kendall #2 Benchmark from Kendall Mountain, rated Class 2. Plan about 4.5 miles round-trip with roughly 2,215 ft of gain from about 12,260 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 (25–35 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 Kendall No 2 BM

Peaks near Kendall No 2 BM

  1. Kendall Mtn

    Kendall Mtn

    13,353 ft · 0.7 mi away

  2. Kendall Peak

    Kendall Peak

    13,455 ft · 1.4 mi away

  3. Little Giant Peak

    Little Giant Peak

    13,417 ft · 2.4 mi away

  4. Mountaineer Peak

    Mountaineer Peak

    13,441 ft · 2.4 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Kendall No 2 BM?

Kendall No 2 BM is 13,073 feet (3,984 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado.

How does Kendall No 2 BM rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,073 feet, Kendall No 2 BM is the 536th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Kendall No 2 BM?

The Kendall #2 Benchmark from Kendall Mountain is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 4 miles with 2,215 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Kendall No 2 BM?

Most people take 3 – 5 hours round trip on the Kendall #2 Benchmark from Kendall Mountain, covering 4 miles with 2,215 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Kendall No 2 BM?

The Kendall #2 Benchmark from Kendall Mountain needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 4 miles with 2,215 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 Kendall No 2 BM?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Kendall No 2 BM reaches 13,073 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 Kendall No 2 BM?

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 Kendall No 2 BM?

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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