The Top 20 Peaks in Summit County
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Summit County is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Summit County for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Summit County for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 25, 2025
Grays Peak
Highlight • Summit
Grays Peak is one of Colorado's famous 14ers and one of the easier ones to summit. If you hike along the iconic Continental Divide Trail (stretching from Mexico to Canada), …
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Peak Eight Summit
Highlight • Summit
Traveling to the top of Peak Eight, the Imperial chair lift at Breckenridge Ski Resort is the highest chairlift in North America. It tops out at 12,840 feet, which is …
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Copper Mountain
Highlight • Summit
Copper Mountain is a ski resort and mountain located in Summit County. Copper is a self-contained resort with a small village housing restaurants, shops, and condominiums. During the summer season, the ski lifts provide access to hiking and biking trails.
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Torreys Peak
Highlight • Summit
Torreys Peak is just around the corner from Grays Peak – so you can summit two of the 58 peaks that exceed 14,000 feet in one hike. The view from …
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View of Dillon Reservoir from Mount Royal
Highlight • Viewpoint
This peak is the official start (or finish if beginning in Breckenridge) of the Tenmile Traverse. It is a slight out and back, and considered a class 3 scramble.
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Grizzly Peak
Highlight • Summit
At 13,433 feet, Grizzly Peak offers an alpine experience without the crowds of a 14er. The mountain rests on a ridge of 13,000 foot peaks just north of the 14ers …
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Vail Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
At 10,622 feet high, you can truly feel the altitude as you ride. The pass maintains a steady elevation, with mountains surrounding you along the way. There are plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the breathtaking views.
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Crystal Peak
Highlight • Summit
Crystal Peak reaches up to 13,852 feet and one of the southernmost peaks in the Tenmile Range. There are a few glacial lakes below the summit that add to the …
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Quandary Peak Summit
Highlight • Summit
Quandary Peak is the highest peak in the Ten Mile Range. It is also one of the most popular 14,000 ft mountain to climb.
She owes this popularity to the notorious lack of difficulties in climbing it.
She owes this popularity to the notorious lack of difficulties in climbing it.
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Boreas Pass
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
Sitting at at the crest of the Front Range, Boreas Pass is located along the Continental Divide. While summer sees plenty of cyclists climbing to the pass, winter sees a lot of cross-country skiers.
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