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13,683 ft · Mosquito Range, Colorado

Mount Tweto

Mount Tweto is a 13,683 ft peak in the Mosquito Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Tweto SW Ridge: 5 mi, 2,130 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Mount Tweto in the Mosquito Range, Colorado

Mount Tweto at a glance

  • Elevation13,683 ft4,170 m
  • RouteTweto SW RidgeClass 2
  • Distance5 mi2,130 ft gain
  • Time4 – 6 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeMosquito RangeColorado

Climbing the Tweto SW Ridge

Mount Tweto sits in the Mosquito Range. The usual ascent is Tweto SW Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 5.8 miles round-trip with roughly 2,130 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 Mount Tweto

Peaks near Mount Tweto

  1. Arkansas Mt

    Arkansas Mt

    13,804 ft · 0.8 mi away

  2. Mount Buckskin

    Mount Buckskin

    13,871 ft · 1.0 mi away

  3. Mosquito Peak

    Mosquito Peak

    13,787 ft · 1.7 mi away

  4. Mount Democrat

    Mount Democrat

    14,155 ft · 2.0 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Mount Tweto?

Mount Tweto is 13,683 feet (4,170 m) tall. It is in the Mosquito Range, Colorado. It is also known as Tweto, Mt.

How does Mount Tweto rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,683 feet, Mount Tweto is the 103rd highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Mount Tweto?

The Tweto SW 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 2,130 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Mount Tweto?

Most people take 4 – 6 hours round trip on the Tweto SW Ridge, covering 5 miles with 2,130 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Mount Tweto?

The Tweto SW Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 5 miles with 2,130 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 Tweto?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Mount Tweto reaches 13,683 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 Tweto?

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 Tweto?

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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