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13,239 ft · Front Range, Colorado

Mount Sniktau

Mount Sniktau is a 13,239 ft peak in the Front Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Sniktau - South Ridge: 3 mi, 1,700 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Mount Sniktau in the Front Range, Colorado

Mount Sniktau at a glance

  • Elevation13,239 ft4,035 m
  • RouteSniktau - South RidgeClass 2
  • Distance3 mi1,700 ft gain
  • Time3 – 5 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeFront RangeColorado

Climbing the Sniktau - South Ridge

Mount Sniktau sits in the Front Range. The usual ascent is Sniktau - South Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 3.9 miles round-trip with roughly 1,700 ft of gain from about 11,990 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 Mount Sniktau

Peaks near Mount Sniktau

  1. Cupid

    Cupid

    13,126 ft · 1.4 mi away

  2. Grizzly Peak

    Grizzly Peak

    13,435 ft · 2.4 mi away

  3. Torreys Peak

    Torreys Peak

    14,267 ft · 3.1 mi away

  4. Kelso Mtn

    Kelso Mtn

    13,172 ft · 3.3 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Mount Sniktau?

Mount Sniktau is 13,239 feet (4,035 m) tall. It is in the Front Range, Colorado. It is also known as Sniktau, Mt.

How does Mount Sniktau rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,239 feet, Mount Sniktau is the 395th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Mount Sniktau?

The Sniktau - South Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 3 miles with 1,700 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Mount Sniktau?

Most people take 3 – 5 hours round trip on the Sniktau - South Ridge, covering 3 miles with 1,700 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Mount Sniktau?

The Sniktau - South Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 3 miles with 1,700 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 Sniktau?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Mount Sniktau reaches 13,239 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 Sniktau?

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 Sniktau?

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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