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14,162 ft · Sawatch Range, Colorado
Tabeguache Peak
Tabeguache Peak is a 14,162 ft peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Combo: Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak: 11 mi, 5,600 ft of gain, Class 2.
Tabeguache Peak at a glance
- Elevation14,162 ft4,316 m
- RouteCombo: Mount Shavano and Tabeguache PeakClass 2
- Distance11 mi5,600 ft gain
- Time9 – 12 hrsVery Hard effort
- SeasonJun – Sep
- RangeSawatch RangeColorado
Climbing the Combo: Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak
From Salida, Colorado, take Highway 285 north and turn onto County Road 252 to the trailhead. The approach follows the creek with a stream crossing that can be challenging during peak snowmelt in early summer. Often combined with Mount Shavano via the connecting ridge. Watch for weather on the exposed saddle between peaks. Class 2 terrain with some loose rock. The long ridge walk provides excellent views of the Sawatch Range. Start early if attempting both peaks. Afternoon thunderstorms are common. Popular weekend destination accessible from the Front Range.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (25–35 L)
Water
Offline Maps
Headlamp
Satellite Communicator
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Hiking Boots
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Sun Hat
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Emergency Bivy
What to watch for
- Loose rock
- Low visibility
- Stream crossing
- Snow near summit
- Ice near summit
- Storms
- High altitude
- Altitude sickness
- High winds
- Steep exposure
Tabeguache Peak on Yak
Climbers have shared 22 climbs of Tabeguache Peak on Yak. Read their trip reports and recent conditions in the app
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Tabeguache Peak?
Tabeguache Peak is 14,162 feet (4,316 m) tall. It is in the Sawatch Range, Colorado.
How does Tabeguache Peak rank among the Colorado 14ers?
At 14,162 feet, Tabeguache Peak is the 26th highest of the 58 Colorado 14ers. The highest is Mount Elbert.
How hard is it to hike Tabeguache Peak?
The Combo: Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort very hard: 11 miles with 5,600 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Tabeguache Peak?
Most people take 9 – 12 hours round trip on the Combo: Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak, covering 11 miles with 5,600 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Can a beginner hike Tabeguache Peak?
The Combo: Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak needs no climbing skills, but it is a very hard day: 11 miles with 5,600 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 Tabeguache Peak?
You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Tabeguache Peak reaches 14,162 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 Tabeguache Peak?
Early. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer, so aim to be off the summit and the exposed upper mountain by early afternoon. At 9 – 12 hours round trip, many parties start in the dark.
When is the best time to hike Tabeguache Peak?
The usual hiking window is June to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
What is the trailhead elevation for Tabeguache Peak?
The Combo: Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak starts at about 9,760 feet, roughly 4,402 feet below the summit.
What routes go up Tabeguache Peak?
The standard route is the Combo: Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak. Other routes include the West Ridge.
Climb Tabeguache Peak with Yak
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