Southeast Ridge
Wetterhorn Peak · 14,015' · Rank #55
Class 3 Standard Route
7
miles RT
3,300
ft gain
Class 3
difficulty
5-8
hours
Trail Map
Trail data coming soon
We're working on adding detailed trail maps and elevation profiles for this route.
Route Details
- Distance
- 7 miles RT
- Elevation Gain
- 3,300'
- Difficulty
- Class 3
- Exposure
- Moderate
- Typical Time
- 5-8 hours
Trailhead
- Name
- Matterhorn Creek Trailhead
- Starting Elevation
- 10,800'
- Coordinates
- 38.0658°N, 107.4906°W
Parking & Access
- Parking
- Free Lot 50-100 spots
- Fee
- Free
- Vehicle
- 4WD/High Clearance
No Service
Lower lot accessible by 2WD. Upper trailhead requires 4WD. Access via Henson Creek Road from Lake City. Uncompahgre Wilderness.
Route Description
The route climbs to the base of the summit block before a short but exposed Class 3 scramble to the top. The summit block requires committing moves with good exposure. Views of the surrounding peaks are spectacular.
Gear & Preparation
4WD recommended for the trailhead access. The summit block is the crux - assess your comfort level before committing. Helmet recommended for the scramble.