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13,282 ft · Sawatch Range, Colorado

Tabor Peak

Tabor Peak is a 13,282 ft peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Tabor Peak North Ridge: 7 mi, 3,050 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Tabor Peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado

Tabor Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,282 ft4,048 m
  • RouteTabor Peak North RidgeClass 2
  • Distance7 mi3,050 ft gain
  • Time5 – 7 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSawatch RangeColorado

Climbing the Tabor Peak North Ridge

Tabor Peak sits in the Sawatch Range. The usual ascent is Tabor Peak North Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 7 miles round-trip with roughly 3,050 ft of gain from about 10,570 ft. Expect a rough 4WD approach road. 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. Carry extra water above treeline.

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 Tabor Peak

Peaks near Tabor Peak

  1. Tellurium Peak

    Tellurium Peak

    13,311 ft · 1.1 mi away

  2. West Tellurium

    West Tellurium

    13,078 ft · 1.2 mi away

  3. UN 13102

    UN 13102

    13,102 ft · 1.3 mi away

  4. Truro Peak

    Truro Peak

    13,298 ft · 1.8 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Tabor Peak?

Tabor Peak is 13,282 feet (4,048 m) tall. It is in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. It is also known as Tabor Peak.

How does Tabor Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,282 feet, Tabor Peak is the 360th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Tabor Peak?

The Tabor 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 3,050 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Tabor Peak?

Most people take 5 – 7 hours round trip on the Tabor Peak North Ridge, covering 7 miles with 3,050 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Tabor Peak?

The Tabor Peak North Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 7 miles with 3,050 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 Tabor Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Tabor Peak reaches 13,282 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 Tabor 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 Tabor 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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