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13,208 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Tuttle Mtn

Tuttle Mtn is a 13,208 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the Tuttle Mtn. - South Face: 1 mi, 1,385 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Tuttle Mtn in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Tuttle Mtn at a glance

  • Elevation13,208 ft4,025 m
  • RouteTuttle Mtn. - South FaceClass 2
  • Distance1 mi1,385 ft gain
  • Time1 – 3 hrsModerate effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the Tuttle Mtn. - South Face

Tuttle Mtn sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is Tuttle Mtn. - South Face, rated Class 2. Plan about 1.5 miles round-trip with roughly 1,385 ft of gain from about 11,590 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 Tuttle Mtn

Peaks near Tuttle Mtn

  1. Houghton Mtn

    Houghton Mtn

    13,059 ft · 1.5 mi away

  2. Brown Mtn

    Brown Mtn

    13,347 ft · 1.7 mi away

  3. Hanson Peak

    Hanson Peak

    13,462 ft · 1.8 mi away

  4. UN 13078

    UN 13078

    13,078 ft · 2.3 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Tuttle Mtn?

Tuttle Mtn is 13,208 feet (4,025 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado.

How does Tuttle Mtn rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,208 feet, Tuttle Mtn is the 431st highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Tuttle Mtn?

The Tuttle Mtn. - South Face is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort moderate: 1 mile with 1,385 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Tuttle Mtn?

Most people take 1 – 3 hours round trip on the Tuttle Mtn. - South Face, covering 1 mile with 1,385 feet of elevation gain.

Can a beginner hike Tuttle Mtn?

Usually, if you are fit. The Tuttle Mtn. - South Face is a common first summit for hikers ready for 1 – 3 hours on their feet. Bring layers, food and water, and check the weather before you start.

Will you get altitude sickness on Tuttle Mtn?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Tuttle Mtn reaches 13,208 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 Tuttle 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 Tuttle 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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