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Torrey's Peak


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Torrey's Peak

Torrey's Peak is one of Colorado's most popular fourteeners to hike. It is one of the only fourteeners on the Continental Divide. There is moderate scrambling along the ridge with short sections of exposed scrambling in one or two spots.

Torrey's Peak via Kelso Ridge (Northeast Ridge): 6.5 miles RT, 3,100 ft elevation gain

Dead Dog Couloir: 6.5 miles, 3,100 ft elevation gain

  • Steep Couloir reaching approximately 50 degrees with 1500 feet of climbing. The couloir exits at the top of Kelso Ridge. After gaining the ridge, there's a short scramble to the top of Torrey's Peak. 
  • Suitable Activities: Hiking, Mountaineering, Scrambling
  • Seasons: Year-round
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  • 14,267 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Clear Creek Ranger District (ARNF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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  • Torrey's Peak via Kelso Ridge (Northeast Ridge)
  • Gray's and Torrey's Peaks
  • Torrey's Peak - Dead Dog Couloir
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