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13,217 ft · Front Range, Colorado

Mount Audubon

Mount Audubon is a 13,217 ft peak in the Front Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Mt. Audubon East Slopes Trail: 8 mi, 2,725 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Mount Audubon in the Front Range, Colorado

Mount Audubon at a glance

  • Elevation13,217 ft4,028 m
  • RouteMt. Audubon East Slopes TrailClass 2
  • Distance8 mi2,725 ft gain
  • Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeFront RangeColorado

Climbing the Mt. Audubon East Slopes Trail

Mount Audubon sits in the Front Range. The usual ascent is Mt. Audubon East Slopes Trail, rated Class 2. Plan about 8.4 miles round-trip with roughly 2,725 ft of gain from about 10,525 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 (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 Mount Audubon

Peaks near Mount Audubon

  1. Paiute Peak

    Paiute Peak

    13,094 ft · 0.9 mi away

  2. Apache Peak

    Apache Peak

    13,450 ft · 3.3 mi away

  3. Navajo Peak

    Navajo Peak

    13,419 ft · 3.5 mi away

  4. Kiowa Peak

    Kiowa Peak

    13,126 ft · 3.5 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Mount Audubon?

Mount Audubon is 13,217 feet (4,028 m) tall. It is in the Front Range, Colorado. It is also known as Audubon, Mt.

How does Mount Audubon rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,217 feet, Mount Audubon is the 419th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Mount Audubon?

The Mt. Audubon East Slopes Trail is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 8 miles with 2,725 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Mount Audubon?

Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Mt. Audubon East Slopes Trail, covering 8 miles with 2,725 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Mount Audubon?

The Mt. Audubon East Slopes Trail needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 8 miles with 2,725 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 Mount Audubon?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Mount Audubon reaches 13,217 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 Mount Audubon?

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 Mount Audubon?

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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