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Collegiate Peaks Wilderness — Colorado, USA

Collegiate Peaks Wilderness

A concentration of 15 fourteeners named after Ivy League schools between Buena Vista and Aspen.

Where on earth

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Region
Colorado, USA
Country
United States
Biome
Alpine granite (2,700–4,400 m)
Best season
July – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Photography

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Alpine granite (2,700–4,400 m)
  • Best season: July – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

A concentration of 15 fourteeners named after Ivy League schools between Buena Vista and Aspen.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: July – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Alpine granite (2,700–4,400 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
Alpine granite (2,700–4,400 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

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Last verified: 1970-01-01