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Lizard Head Wilderness — Colorado, USA

Lizard Head Wilderness

Wilson Peak, El Diente, and Mount Wilson — the classic western San Juan fourteener cluster.

Where on earth

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Region
Colorado, USA
Country
United States
Biome
Alpine volcanic (2,800–4,300 m)
Best season
July – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing
  • Mountaineering
  • Desert Hiking
  • Canyoneering
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Alpine volcanic (2,800–4,300 m)
  • Best season: July – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Wilson Peak, El Diente, and Mount Wilson — the classic western San Juan fourteener cluster.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: July – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Alpine volcanic (2,800–4,300 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
Alpine volcanic (2,800–4,300 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Lizard Head Wilderness

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Last verified: 1970-01-01