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13,655 ft · Sawatch Range, Colorado

Taylor Mtn

Taylor Mtn is a 13,655 ft peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Taylor Mtn. East Ridge: 3 mi, 1,970 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Taylor Mtn in the Sawatch Range, Colorado

Taylor Mtn at a glance

  • Elevation13,655 ft4,162 m
  • RouteTaylor Mtn. East RidgeClass 2
  • Distance3 mi1,970 ft gain
  • Time3 – 5 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSawatch RangeColorado

Climbing the Taylor Mtn. East Ridge

Taylor Mtn sits in the Sawatch Range. The usual ascent is Taylor Mtn. East Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 3.6 miles round-trip with roughly 1,970 ft of gain from about 11,680 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 Taylor Mtn

Peaks near Taylor Mtn

  1. Mount Aetna

    Mount Aetna

    13,747 ft · 1.1 mi away

  2. Carbonate Mtn

    Carbonate Mtn

    13,662 ft · 3.2 mi away

  3. Monumental Peak

    Monumental Peak

    13,375 ft · 3.2 mi away

  4. Cyclone Mtn

    Cyclone Mtn

    13,616 ft · 3.5 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Taylor Mtn?

Taylor Mtn is 13,655 feet (4,162 m) tall. It is in the Sawatch Range, Colorado.

How does Taylor Mtn rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,655 feet, Taylor Mtn is the 117th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Taylor Mtn?

The Taylor Mtn. East Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 3 miles with 1,970 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Taylor Mtn?

Most people take 3 – 5 hours round trip on the Taylor Mtn. East Ridge, covering 3 miles with 1,970 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Taylor Mtn?

The Taylor Mtn. East Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 3 miles with 1,970 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 Taylor Mtn?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Taylor Mtn reaches 13,655 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 Taylor Mtn?

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 Taylor Mtn?

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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