RMNP - Chiefs Head Peak
Chiefs Head Peak (13,577') is part of Glacier Gorge's upper cirque, along with Longs Peak and Pagoda Mountain. There are three approaches to this peak.
Please view this document with everything you need to know about Rocky Mountain National Park
Chiefs Head Peak is the third-highest peak in the Rocky Mountain National Park. With Longs Peak and Pagoda Mountain, it forms the southern rim of the spectacular upper cirque of Glacier Gorge. Approaches and the peak are all within RMNP.
- Suitable Activities: Hiking
- Seasons: July, August
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Avalanche Terrain Rating Complex View avalanche forecast.
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Length: 18.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 5,400 ft
- 13,577 ft
-
Land Manager:
National Park Service
Rocky Mountain National Park Wilderness Area
- Parking Permit Required: National Park Entrance Fees
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
- https://www.summitpost.org/chiefs-head-peak/153014
Activities
Trip Reports
Resources
There are no resources for this route/place. Log in and send us updates, images, or resources.