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Hiking – Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak

Explore this 11.2-mile out-and-back trail near Salida, Colorado. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 HR 48 MIN to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so we'll likely encounter other people while hiking.

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Terry Ploski
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  • Difficult D
  • Difficult
  • Mileage: 11.2 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 5,600 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 14,158 ft
  • Maximum Wind: 25 kts
  • Pace: 1,000'/hour

Experience with previous 14ers is welcome, but not required. Essentials should be brought, along with a positive, judgment-free attitude. Please make sure to bring proper sun, wind, and cold protection. 

COTREX, https://trails.colorado.gov/map/@38.610233,-106.214321,12.21z

AllTrails, https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/mount-shavano--2?mobileMap=false&ref=sidebar-static-map

We shall meet at the Wooly Mammoth CDOT PNR, Section EE, 18560 US-40, Golden, CO 80401 on Monday, August 12, 2024 at 1:45pm, form carpools, and depart by 2:00pm. We'll pause for a break at either the Loaf-n-Jug, Bailey, CO or the Sinclair Gas Station, Fairplay, CO before continuing to the trailhead for an overnight dry camp, Here is the Google maps link, https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Wooly+Mammoth+Park-N-Ride,+U.S.+40,+Golden,+CO/Mt.+Shavano+and+Tabeguache+Peak+Trailhead,+Salida,+CO+81201/@39.1220036,-106.1585222,9z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x876b834ff41a9ed9:0x5df7faf457889c75!2m2!1d-105.2060444!2d39.6994!1m5!1m1!1s0x871540d31806cb89:0xc9081164618b4ff7!2m2!1d-106.1970361!2d38.5968303!3e0?entry=ttu

The RT drive distance is 270 miles. The standard driver mileage reimbursement rate is 30 cents per mile divided by the number of people/vehicle. This works out to $81.00/vehicle, broken down by 3 passengers and 1 driver, yields $20.25/vehicle occupant.  Bring cash for driver reimbursement. 

Route/Place

Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Monday night sleep system - tent, sleeping bag, air/mattress pad; trekking poles, plenty of sun protection-hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and adequate clothing, adequate hydration and nutrition to sustain the steep, long ascent.

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