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13,135 ft · Sawatch Range, Colorado

Savage Peak

Savage Peak is a 13,135 ft peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Savage Peak North Ridge: 7 mi, 3,115 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Savage Peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado

Savage Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,135 ft4,003 m
  • RouteSavage Peak North RidgeClass 2
  • Distance7 mi3,115 ft gain
  • Time5 – 7 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSawatch RangeColorado

Climbing the Savage Peak North Ridge

Savage Peak sits in the Sawatch Range. The usual ascent is Savage Peak North Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 7.5 miles round-trip with roughly 3,115 ft of gain from about 10,025 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 Savage Peak

Peaks near Savage Peak

  1. UN 13002

    UN 13002

    13,002 ft · 1.9 mi away

  2. Fancy Peak

    Fancy Peak

    13,176 ft · 2.2 mi away

  3. Ribbed Peak

    Ribbed Peak

    13,089 ft · 4.2 mi away

  4. Whitney Peak

    Whitney Peak

    13,286 ft · 4.4 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Savage Peak?

Savage Peak is 13,135 feet (4,003 m) tall. It is in the Sawatch Range, Colorado.

How does Savage Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,135 feet, Savage Peak is the 486th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Savage Peak?

The Savage Peak North 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 3,115 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Savage Peak?

Most people take 5 – 7 hours round trip on the Savage Peak North Ridge, covering 7 miles with 3,115 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Savage Peak?

The Savage Peak North Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 7 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 Savage Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Savage Peak reaches 13,135 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 Savage 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 Savage 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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