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13,005 ft · Tenmile Range, Colorado

Peak 8

Peak 8 is a 13,005 ft peak in the Tenmile Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Peak 8 Breckenridge: 5 mi, 3,115 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Peak 8 in the Tenmile Range, Colorado

Peak 8 at a glance

  • Elevation13,005 ft3,963 m
  • RoutePeak 8 BreckenridgeClass 2
  • Distance5 mi3,115 ft gain
  • Time4 – 6 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeTenmile RangeColorado

Climbing the Peak 8 Breckenridge

Peak 8 sits in the Tenmile Range. The usual ascent is Peak 8 Breckenridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 5.4 miles round-trip with roughly 3,115 ft of gain from about 9,990 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 Peak 8

Peaks near Peak 8

  1. Peak 10

    Peak 10

    13,641 ft · 2.0 mi away

  2. Crystal Peak

    Crystal Peak

    13,860 ft · 2.7 mi away

  3. Pacific Peak

    Pacific Peak

    13,965 ft · 3.6 mi away

  4. Atlantic Peak

    Atlantic Peak

    13,856 ft · 4.3 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Peak 8?

Peak 8 is 13,005 feet (3,963 m) tall. It is in the Tenmile Range, Colorado.

How does Peak 8 rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,005 feet, Peak 8 is the 577th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Peak 8?

The Peak 8 Breckenridge 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 3,115 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Peak 8?

Most people take 4 – 6 hours round trip on the Peak 8 Breckenridge, covering 5 miles with 3,115 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Peak 8?

The Peak 8 Breckenridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 5 miles with 3,115 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 Peak 8?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Peak 8 reaches 13,005 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 Peak 8?

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 Peak 8?

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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