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13,204 ft · Sawatch Range, Colorado

Mountain Boy Peak

Mountain Boy Peak is a 13,204 ft peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Mountain Boy Peak NW Ridge: 7 mi, 1,880 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Mountain Boy Peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado

Mountain Boy Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,204 ft4,024 m
  • RouteMountain Boy Peak NW RidgeClass 2
  • Distance7 mi1,880 ft gain
  • Time4 – 6 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSawatch RangeColorado

Climbing the Mountain Boy Peak NW Ridge

Mountain Boy Peak sits in the Sawatch Range. The usual ascent is Mountain Boy Peak NW Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 7 miles round-trip with roughly 1,880 ft of gain from about 12,093 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 Mountain Boy Peak

Peaks near Mountain Boy Peak

  1. Grizzly Peak

    Grizzly Peak

    13,997 ft · 2.8 mi away

  2. UN 13541

    UN 13541

    13,541 ft · 3.3 mi away

  3. UN 13102

    UN 13102

    13,102 ft · 3.5 mi away

  4. Garfield Peak

    Garfield Peak

    13,778 ft · 3.5 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Mountain Boy Peak?

Mountain Boy Peak is 13,204 feet (4,024 m) tall. It is in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. It is also known as Mountain Boy Peak.

How does Mountain Boy Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,204 feet, Mountain Boy Peak is the 435th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Mountain Boy Peak?

The Mountain Boy Peak NW Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 7 miles with 1,880 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Mountain Boy Peak?

Most people take 4 – 6 hours round trip on the Mountain Boy Peak NW Ridge, covering 7 miles with 1,880 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Mountain Boy Peak?

The Mountain Boy Peak NW Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 7 miles with 1,880 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 Mountain Boy Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Mountain Boy Peak reaches 13,204 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 Mountain Boy Peak?

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 Mountain Boy Peak?

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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