La Plata Peak
Standard NW Ridge Route 9.25 miles, 4500 ft gain, Class 2. Easily accessible trailhead, well marked and beautiful trail with views across the Sawatch from the summit.
La Plata Peak is 14,344,' near Twin Lakes and Leadville.
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Alternative Titles:
Northwest Ridge - 9.25 mile, 4400' gain - Class 2
Southwest Ridge - 7.5 miles, 3600' gain - Class 2
Ellingwood Ridge - 9.5 miles, 5900' gain - Class 3
North Face (snow climb) - 8.75 miles, 4800' gain - Difficult Class 2
- Suitable Activities: Hiking, Mountaineering, Ski Mountaineering
- Seasons: June, July, August, September, October
- Weather: View weather forecast
- View avalanche forecast.
- 14,344 ft
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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
- 14ers.com
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- La Plata Peak - Northwest Ridge
- La Plata Peak - Southwest Ridge
- Ellingwood Ridge
- North Face
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