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13,199 ft · Mosquito Range, Colorado

London Mtn

London Mtn is a 13,199 ft peak in the Mosquito Range, Colorado. The standard route is the London Mtn WNW Ridge: 5 mi, 1,675 ft of gain, Class 2.

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London Mtn in the Mosquito Range, Colorado

London Mtn at a glance

  • Elevation13,199 ft4,023 m
  • RouteLondon Mtn WNW RidgeClass 2
  • Distance5 mi1,675 ft gain
  • Time4 – 6 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeMosquito RangeColorado

Climbing the London Mtn WNW Ridge

London Mtn sits in the Mosquito Range. The usual ascent is London Mtn WNW Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 5.8 miles round-trip with roughly 1,675 ft of gain from about 11,520 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 (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 London Mtn

Peaks near London Mtn

  1. Pennsylvania Mtn

    Pennsylvania Mtn

    13,013 ft · 1.6 mi away

  2. Mosquito Peak

    Mosquito Peak

    13,787 ft · 1.7 mi away

  3. Mount Evans

    Mount Evans

    13,591 ft · 2.3 mi away

  4. Mount Buckskin

    Mount Buckskin

    13,871 ft · 2.5 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is London Mtn?

London Mtn is 13,199 feet (4,023 m) tall. It is in the Mosquito Range, Colorado.

How does London Mtn rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,199 feet, London Mtn is the 438th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike London Mtn?

The London Mtn WNW Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 5 miles with 1,675 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike London Mtn?

Most people take 4 – 6 hours round trip on the London Mtn WNW Ridge, covering 5 miles with 1,675 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike London Mtn?

The London Mtn WNW Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 5 miles with 1,675 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 London Mtn?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and London Mtn reaches 13,199 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 London 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 London 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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