Huron Peak

Huron Peak (14,012') is a high mountain Collegiate Peak in the Sawatch Range, 18 miles west-northwest of Buena Vista

Huron Peak (14,012') has at least three standard approaches, all involving at least a bit of Class 2 scrambling.

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The Standard Route is Huron Peak via Northwest Slopes from the S. Winfield/Lake Ann TH - 7 miles, 3500' gain - Class 2.

Huron Peak via Southwest Slopes, also from the S. Winfield/Lake Ann TH - 9 miles, 3600' gain - Class 2.

Huron Peak via LuLu Gulch, also from the S. Winfield/Lake Ann TH  - 8.4 miles, 3980' gain - Class 2.  A longer and more scenic way up Huron, 11mi/4,300ft gain. From Winfield up Lulu Gulch, over Middle Mountain, UN13462, Browns Peak. Return via standard route.  Route is a mix of dirt road, class 2 ridge, and class 1 trail. Much less traveled than the standard route.

  • Suitable Activities: Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Scrambling, Ski Mountaineering, Snowshoeing
  • Seasons: June, July, August, September
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  • Difficulty: Difficult
  • 14,012 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Collegiate Peaks Wilderness Area, Leadville Ranger District (PSINF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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  • Huron Peak via NW slopes
  • Huron Peak via SW slopes
  • Huron Peak via LuLu Gulch
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