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13,339 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Proposal Peak

Proposal Peak is a 13,339 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the Proposal Peak SE Basin: 6 mi, 2,770 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Proposal Peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Proposal Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,339 ft4,065 m
  • RouteProposal Peak SE BasinClass 2
  • Distance6 mi2,770 ft gain
  • Time4 – 6 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the Proposal Peak SE Basin

Proposal Peak sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is Proposal Peak SE Basin, rated Class 2. Plan about 6 miles round-trip with roughly 2,770 ft of gain from about 10,565 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

Quests with Proposal Peak

Peaks near Proposal Peak

  1. Bonita Peak

    Bonita Peak

    13,286 ft · 1.0 mi away

  2. Tower Mtn

    Tower Mtn

    13,545 ft · 1.7 mi away

  3. Hanson Peak

    Hanson Peak

    13,462 ft · 1.9 mi away

  4. Storm Peak

    Storm Peak

    13,495 ft · 2.1 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Proposal Peak?

Proposal Peak is 13,339 feet (4,065 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. It is also known as Proposal Peak.

How does Proposal Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,339 feet, Proposal Peak is the 309th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Proposal Peak?

The Proposal Peak SE Basin is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 6 miles with 2,770 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Proposal Peak?

Most people take 4 – 6 hours round trip on the Proposal Peak SE Basin, covering 6 miles with 2,770 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Proposal Peak?

The Proposal Peak SE Basin needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 6 miles with 2,770 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 Proposal Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Proposal Peak reaches 13,339 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 Proposal 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 Proposal 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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