The Top 17 Peaks in Lake County
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Lake County is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 17
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 Lake 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 Lake County for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: December 23, 2025
Summit of Mount Elbert
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At 14,440 feet, Mount Elbert is the highest peak in Colorado and the second highest in the contiguous United States. Along with being the tallest peak in the state, it …
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Mount Democrat Summit
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Mount Democrat is a very popular mountain summit in the Mosquito Range. Its peak rests at 14,155 feet, and it's a relatively short trek from the upper parking lot (situated …
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South Elbert Summit
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Standing at 14,141 feet, South Elbert is considered an unofficial summit on Mount Elbert's ridge. This peak does not fit the "300 foot rule" and is thus not considered its …
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Dyer Mountain
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At 13,861 feet, Dyer Mountain registers just under the classification of a 14er. There are no real trails on this summit, but the ridges and slopes leading to the summit …
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Horseshoe Mountain Summit
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A seldom visited peak, Horseshoe Mountain sits at 13,898 feet and is easily combined with other peaks on the same ridge in the Mosquito Range. There is a summit registry …
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Mount Zion Summit
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Serving as the most southern summit on Chicago Ridge, Mount Zion stands at 12,126 feet. The actual summit is located at a rock cairn a couple hundred feet off of …
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Chalk Mountain
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Chalk Mountain is the western summit looming 500 feet above Fremont Pass off of Highway 91. At 12,017 feet, Chalk Mountain is not the highest mountain in the area, but …
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Mount Sheridan
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From the towns of Leadville and Fairplay, the 13,748 foot tall Mount Sheridan appears to be a giant pyramid in the Mosquito Mountains and the highest peak in the range. …
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Mosquito Peak
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Mosquito Peak requires a short bit of off-trail rock hopping in order to reach the 13,781 foot summit. You'll likely have the peak all to yourself as not many people …
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Mount Massive
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At 14,428 feet, Mount Massive is the second highest peak in Colorado. It is a popular summit due to having multiple routes and mainly only requiring class 1 and class …
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