Huron Peak

Huron Peak 14,012'. This 14'er has at least three standard approaches, all involving at least a bit of Class 2 scrambling.

Huron Peak is a high mountain Collegiate Peak in the Sawatch Range, 18 miles west-northwest of Buena Vista in Chaffee County.

A longer and more scenic way up Huron, 11mi/4,300ft gain. From Winfield up Lulu Gulch, over Middle Mountain, UN13462, Browns Peak. Return via standard route.

More info here: https://www.14ers.com/route.php?route=huro4

Route is a mix of dirt road, class 2 ridge, and class 1 trail. Much less traveled than the standard route.

Alternate titles -

Huron Peak via LuLu Gulch
Huron Peak via NW slopes
Huron Peak via SW slopes

  • Difficulty: Difficult
  • 14,012 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Collegiate Peaks Wilderness Area, Leadville Ranger District (PSINF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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  • Huron Peak via LuLu Gulch
  • Huron Peak via NW slopes
  • Huron Peak via SW slopes
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