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Hinsdale County

Handies Peak

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Colorado
Hinsdale County

Handies Peak

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Handies Peak

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Handies Peak Wilderness Study Area

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    Location: Hinsdale County, Colorado, United States

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    1. Handies Peak via American Basin Trail — Hinsdale County

    12.7km

    05:17

    1,080m

    1,080m

    Alpine wildflower meadows lead to pristine Sloan Lake beneath towering Colorado peaks.

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    2. American Basin – Sloan Lake loop from Ouray

    8.73km

    03:31

    690m

    690m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    3. Sloan Lake – American Basin loop from Lake City

    18.1km

    06:36

    1,070m

    1,070m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    December 22, 2023

    With an elevation of 14,058 feet, Handies Peak is one of the Colorado 14,000ers. You can access the summit either from the American Basin, passing beautiful Sloan Lake or via Grizzly Gulch from Cinnamon Pass Road on the other side of the mountain. The view from the top is spectacular! Keep in mind, that the weather can change quickly and expect thunderstorms especially during the summer months. So start your hike early and descent in the early afternoon at the latest.

      September 1, 2025

      4x4 hc necessary to upper TH.
      Great hike, amazing views

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        Elevation 4,250 m

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        Location: Hinsdale County, Colorado, United States

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