Mount elbert

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Mountain (climbing) weather forecasts for 2 elevations of Mount Elbert, Sawatch Range, Rocky Mountains (USA), United States. Detailed 6 day mountain weather forecasts for climbers and mountaineers planning expeditions.

La Plata Peak as seen from the south ridge of Mount Elbert. 05-09-2009

The highest peak in the Rocky Mountains (and east of the Continental Divide) is also the second-highest peak in the lower 48 after Mount Whitney in California. The easiest way up is via the 5.5-mile South Elbert Trail, which climbs 4,600 feet from the Shore Pretty Overlook above Twin Lakes in the Arkansas Valley. The first 1.8 miles of the trail is along a 4x4 road and can be driven if your vehicle is capable. From there you’re nearly at tree line, and the trail gains the eastern ridge to…

Standing on Mt. Elbert, Colorado. Mount Elbert is the highest summit in the state of Colorado.

Here is a picture of Mount Elbert, the highest mountain in Colorado. It was taken from Mount Massive, the second highest. The flowers are skypilots. The creek is Halfmoon. Rex Berkey

In this guide we’re sharing everything you need to know to hike Mount Elbert, the highest point in Colorado!

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Hiking the South Mount Elbert Trail – the highest peak in the Rocky Mountains at 14,433. A hard and strenous climb, but so worth it!