
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










