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13,626 ft · Sawatch Range, Colorado

Mount Blaurock

Mount Blaurock is a 13,626 ft peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Blaurock SSW Ridge: 4 mi, 3,000 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Mount Blaurock in the Sawatch Range, Colorado

Mount Blaurock at a glance

  • Elevation13,626 ft4,153 m
  • RouteBlaurock SSW RidgeClass 2
  • Distance4 mi3,000 ft gain
  • Time4 – 6 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSawatch RangeColorado

Climbing the Blaurock SSW Ridge

Mount Blaurock sits in the Sawatch Range. The usual ascent is Blaurock SSW Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 4 miles round-trip with roughly 3,000 ft of gain from about 10,600 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 Mount Blaurock

Peaks near Mount Blaurock

  1. Ervin Peak

    Ervin Peak

    13,538 ft · 1.0 mi away

  2. La Plata Peak

    La Plata Peak

    14,336 ft · 1.6 mi away

  3. Rinker Peak

    Rinker Peak

    13,789 ft · 1.9 mi away

  4. Mount Hope

    Mount Hope

    13,939 ft · 1.9 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Mount Blaurock?

Mount Blaurock is 13,626 feet (4,153 m) tall. It is in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. It is also known as Blaurock, Mt.

How does Mount Blaurock rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,626 feet, Mount Blaurock is the 128th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Mount Blaurock?

The Blaurock SSW Ridge 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 3,000 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Mount Blaurock?

Most people take 4 – 6 hours round trip on the Blaurock SSW Ridge, covering 4 miles with 3,000 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Mount Blaurock?

The Blaurock SSW Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 4 miles with 3,000 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 Blaurock?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Mount Blaurock reaches 13,626 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 Blaurock?

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 Blaurock?

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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