Lewis Mountain (12,740 feet) offers an awesome class 2 ridge scramble. The peaks (along with Snowstorm Pass) helps to create an alpine cirque towering over Columbus Basin. The peak isn't really dog friendly, but there isn't real exposure if you just stay on the ridge proper.

Matthew

November 20, 2023

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Lewis Mountain (12,740 feet) offers an awesome class 2 ridge scramble. The peaks (along with Snowstorm Pass) helps to create an alpine cirque towering over Columbus Basin. There isn't real exposure if you just stay on the ridge proper.

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1. Lewis Mountain loop — San Juan National Forest

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Ridge scramble connecting two La Plata peaks through historic mining country in Colorado's backcountry.

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Location: La Plata County, Colorado, United States

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1. Lewis Mountain loop — San Juan National Forest

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