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13,298 ft · Sawatch Range, Colorado

Truro Peak

Truro Peak is a 13,298 ft peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado. The standard route is the Truro Peak West Ridge: 8 mi, 2,750 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Truro Peak in the Sawatch Range, Colorado

Truro Peak at a glance

  • Elevation13,298 ft4,053 m
  • RouteTruro Peak West RidgeClass 2
  • Distance8 mi2,750 ft gain
  • Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSawatch RangeColorado

Climbing the Truro Peak West Ridge

Truro Peak sits in the Sawatch Range. The usual ascent is Truro Peak West Ridge, rated Class 2. Plan about 8.5 miles round-trip with roughly 2,750 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.

Gear and hazards

What to bring

  • Backpack (30–40 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 Truro Peak

Peaks near Truro Peak

  1. UN 13102

    UN 13102

    13,102 ft · 1.0 mi away

  2. Tellurium Peak

    Tellurium Peak

    13,311 ft · 1.3 mi away

  3. Tabor Peak

    Tabor Peak

    13,282 ft · 1.8 mi away

  4. Grizzly Peak

    Grizzly Peak

    13,997 ft · 1.8 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Truro Peak?

Truro Peak is 13,298 feet (4,053 m) tall. It is in the Sawatch Range, Colorado.

How does Truro Peak rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,298 feet, Truro Peak is the 350th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Truro Peak?

The Truro Peak West Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 8 miles with 2,750 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Truro Peak?

Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Truro Peak West Ridge, covering 8 miles with 2,750 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Truro Peak?

The Truro Peak West Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 8 miles with 2,750 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 Truro Peak?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Truro Peak reaches 13,298 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 Truro 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 Truro 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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