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Elk Mountains

The Elk Mountains are famous for their dramatic, jagged peaks and the iconic Maroon Bells. This range offers some of the most photographed scenery in Colorado, but also some of the most challenging and dangerous 14er routes.

7 Peaks
14,272' Highest
West-central Colorado near Aspen
Best Season
July through early September
Character
Rugged beauty
Elevation Range
14,020' - 14,272'
Nearest Towns
Aspen, Crested Butte, Carbondale

Peaks in Elk Mountains

Castle Peak - Colorado 14er
#10

Castle Peak

14,272'
Elk Mountains
Class 2 13.5 mi 4,600'
Maroon Peak - Colorado 14er
#26

Maroon Peak

14,156'
Elk Mountains
Class 3 12 mi 4,800'
Capitol Peak - Colorado 14er
#31

Capitol Peak

14,130'
Elk Mountains
Class 4 17 mi 5,300'
Snowmass Mountain - Colorado 14er
#33

Snowmass Mountain

14,102'
Elk Mountains
Class 3 22 mi 5,800'
Conundrum Peak - Colorado 14er
#50

Conundrum Peak

14,060'
Elk Mountains
Class 2 13.5 mi 4,400'
Pyramid Peak - Colorado 14er
#51

Pyramid Peak

14,027'
Elk Mountains
Class 4 8.5 mi 4,500'
North Maroon Peak - Colorado 14er
#54

North Maroon Peak

14,020'
Elk Mountains
Class 4 9.3 mi 4,600'
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