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Summit of Mount Elbert

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Summit of Mount Elbert

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Summit of Mount Elbert

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    Location: Lake County, Colorado, United States

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    July 6, 2023

    Hiking

    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 is also one of the most popular summits. There are a variety of routes to get to the top, and all are rewarded with 360 degree views of the Sawatch and Mosquito mountain ranges.

    July 12, 2023

    Running

    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 is also one of the most popular summits. There are a variety of routes to get to the top, and all are rewarded with 360 degree views of the Sawatch and Mosquito mountain ranges.

    Elbert can be one of the more "runnable" 14ers, but the upper mile and a half is usually power-hiking grades.

    May 7, 2022

    Hiking

    Congratulations! You have just conquered the highest peak of the Rocky Mountains! The Mount Elbert with it's 14,440-foot is the highest in the Sawatch Range, and in the all Colorado state.

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    1. North Mount Elbert Trail

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    1,330m

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    Elevation 4,400 m

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