Crestone Peak (South Face)
Sangre de Cristo • Crestone, Colorado
expertout and back
13
Miles
5,800
Elevation Gain (ft)
14
Hours
14,294
High Point (ft)
Trail Description
One of Colorado's toughest 14ers. Class 3 South Face route from South Colony Lakes. Solid conglomerate rock, real exposure, and a long approach. Helmet required.
Trail Highlights
Class 3 South Face
South Colony Lakes basin
Conglomerate rock climbing
Crestone Needle traverse option
Best Seasons
☀️summer
🍂fall
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County:Saguache
Nearest City:Westcliffe
Parking Pass:No Pass Required
Dog-Friendly:No
Kid-Friendly:No
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Connected pages
- Crestone Peak 14er guide
14,294 ft, Sangre de Cristo Range, Class 3
- Hikes near Westcliffe
All curated trails in the Westcliffe area.
- Hiking in the Sangre de Cristo
Regional trail guide.
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