Northeast Ridge
Redcloud Peak · 14,034' · Rank #49
Class 2 Standard Route
9
miles RT
3,700
ft gain
Class 2
difficulty
5-7
hours
Trail Map
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Route Details
- Distance
- 9 miles RT
- Elevation Gain
- 3,700'
- Difficulty
- Class 2
- Exposure
- Low
- Typical Time
- 5-7 hours
Trailhead
- Name
- Silver Creek Trailhead
- Starting Elevation
- 10,400'
- Coordinates
- 37.9333°N, 107.3833°W
Parking & Access
- Parking
- Free Lot 50-100 spots
- Fee
- Free
- Vehicle
- 4WD/High Clearance
- If Lot is Full
- Roadside parking along approach
Restroom No Service
About 25 vehicles plus roadside. Easy 4WD/AWD road. Low-clearance possible with care. Outhouses available.
Route Description
A moderate climb via Silver Creek to Redcloud's distinctive red summit. The trail is well-defined with gentle grades. The Redcloud-Sunshine traverse is a popular extension for a two-peak day.
Gear & Preparation
4WD required for the Silver Creek road. The distinctive red coloring comes from oxidized iron in the rock. Combining with Sunshine adds about 2 hours.