Wetterhorn and Uncompahgre Peaks
Wetterhorn and Uncompahgre Peaks, in the San Juan Range near Lake City, can be climbed together or separately. Note, a high-clear 4WD vehicle is required to reach some trailheads.
Wetterhorn (14,021') and Uncompahgre (14,318') Peaks are often climbed together. Matterhorn Peak (13,514') can be included. The route begins at the Matterhorn Creek Trailhead - Google Maps. From there, follow the standard 14ers.com routes to Wetterhorn and Uncompahgre Peaks. 17 miles, 6,400 gain.
Alternate Titles:
Wetterhorn Peak SE Ridge - The route begins at either the Matterhorn Creek Trailhead or, further up, at a 4WD trailhead and ends at the summit. 8.5 miles, 3500' gain .
Uncompahgre Peak South Ridge: El Paso Creek TH or, further up with 4WD, the Nellie Creek TH. 7.5 miles, 3300' gain.
- Suitable Activities: Backpacking, Scrambling
- Seasons: July, August, September
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Avalanche Terrain Rating Challenging View avalanche forecast.
- Difficulty: Difficult D
- 14,318 ft
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Land Manager:
U.S. Forest Service
Uncompahgre Field Office, Gunnison Ranger District (GMUG)
- Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
- Recommended Party Size: 8
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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- Wetterhorn and Uncompahgre Peaks - Wetterhorn SE Ridge
- Wetterhorn and Uncompahgre Peaks - Uncompahgre S. Ridge
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