Grays Peak
Grays Peak is a beautiful 14er and one of the closest to the Denver area. The views are stunning, with frequent mountain goat encounters and a lovely stream.
There are many possible routes, some with considerable exposure and rock fall. All require commitment.
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For further information and any restrictions see: Grays Peak : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering : SummitPost
Torreys Peak : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering : SummitPost
Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee National Grassland - Home (usda.gov)
Directions to north trailhead: Grays Peak Trail, Stevens Gulch Rd from I-70 Bakerville exit 221 to the TH often is VERY rough. Restrooms at the TH.
Directions to south trailheads: Chihuahua Gulch TH or Argentine Peak TH or beyond
Some alternate titles. For all possible routes, see 14ers.com. To add a route to this R&P, send an update:
Standard North Slopes Route: Class 1-2 (some very rocky sections and hiking on loose scree) - 7.5 miles, 3000' gain
SW Ridge Route (Class 2): This route starts from the south trailheads near Keystone. 10.25, 3800' gain
Kelso Ridge to Torreys: Class 3 Scramble requiring Climbing Helmets then a traverse to Grays. (see Torreys CMC Route & Place) - 8.1 miles, 3605' gain
Gray's Peak - Lost Rat Couloir - 7.3 miles, 3005' gain
- Suitable Activities: Hiking, Mountaineering, Scrambling
- Climbing Category: Intermediate Alpine Climb
- Seasons: April, May, June
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Avalanche Terrain Rating Complex View avalanche forecast.
- 14,275 ft
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Land Manager:
U.S. Forest Service
Clear Creek Ranger District (ARNF)
- Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
- 14ers.com
- summitpost
- CoTrex
- AllTrails
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- Gray's Peak - North Slopes Route
- Gray's Peak - SW Ridge Route
- Gray's Peak - Lost Rat Couloir
- Grays Peak - Torrey's Peak Traverse
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