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13,500 ft · San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Whitehouse Mtn

Whitehouse Mtn is a 13,500 ft peak in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado. The standard route is the Whitehouse Mtn. by Beaver Creek: 10 mi, 4,060 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Whitehouse Mtn in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado

Whitehouse Mtn at a glance

  • Elevation13,500 ft4,114 m
  • RouteWhitehouse Mtn. by Beaver CreekClass 2
  • Distance10 mi4,060 ft gain
  • Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeSan Juan MountainsColorado

Climbing the Whitehouse Mtn. by Beaver Creek

Whitehouse Mtn sits in the San Juan Mountains. The usual ascent is Whitehouse Mtn. by Beaver Creek, rated Class 2. Plan about 10.5 miles round-trip with roughly 4,060 ft of gain from about 9,430 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 (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 Whitehouse Mtn

Peaks near Whitehouse Mtn

  1. Corbett Ridge

    Corbett Ridge

    13,107 ft · 0.5 mi away

  2. Mount Ridgway

    Mount Ridgway

    13,481 ft · 1.0 mi away

  3. Teakettle Mtn

    Teakettle Mtn

    13,815 ft · 1.9 mi away

  4. Cirque Mtn

    Cirque Mtn

    13,692 ft · 2.2 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Whitehouse Mtn?

Whitehouse Mtn is 13,500 feet (4,114 m) tall. It is in the San Juan Mountains, Colorado.

How does Whitehouse Mtn rank among the Colorado 13ers?

At 13,500 feet, Whitehouse Mtn is the 205th highest of the 582 Colorado 13ers. The highest is Grizzly Peak.

How hard is it to hike Whitehouse Mtn?

The Whitehouse Mtn. by Beaver Creek is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 10 miles with 4,060 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Whitehouse Mtn?

Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the Whitehouse Mtn. by Beaver Creek, covering 10 miles with 4,060 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Whitehouse Mtn?

The Whitehouse Mtn. by Beaver Creek needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 10 miles with 4,060 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 Whitehouse Mtn?

You might. Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Whitehouse Mtn reaches 13,500 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 Whitehouse 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 Whitehouse 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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