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13,094 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado
UN 13094
UN 13094 is a 13,094 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the UN 13,094 Via Dolly Varden Mtn.: 4 mi, 2,000 ft of gain, Class 2.
UN 13094 at a glance
- Elevation13,094 ft3,991 m
- RouteUN 13,094 Via Dolly Varden Mtn.Class 2
- Distance4 mi2,000 ft gain
- Time3 – 5 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJul – Sep
- RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado
Climbing the UN 13,094 Via Dolly Varden Mtn.
UN 13094 sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is UN 13,094 Via Dolly Varden Mtn., rated Class 2. Plan about 4 miles round-trip with roughly 2,000 ft of gain from about 11,410 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
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is UN 13094?
UN 13094 is 13,094 feet (3,991 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. It is also known as UN 13,094.
How does UN 13094 rank among the Colorado 13ers?
At 13,094 feet, UN 13094 is the 516th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.
How hard is it to hike UN 13094?
The UN 13,094 Via Dolly Varden Mtn. 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 2,000 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike UN 13094?
Most people take 3 – 5 hours round trip on the UN 13,094 Via Dolly Varden Mtn., covering 4 miles with 2,000 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike UN 13094?
The UN 13,094 Via Dolly Varden Mtn. needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 4 miles with 2,000 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 UN 13094?
You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and UN 13094 reaches 13,094 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 UN 13094?
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 UN 13094?
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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