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Weminuche Wilderness — Colorado, USA

Weminuche Wilderness

Colorado's largest wilderness — the volcanic and quartzite heart of the San Juans between Durango and Creede.

Where on earth

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Region
Colorado, USA
Country
United States
Biome
High San Juan alpine (2,700–4,300 m)
Best season
July – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: High San Juan alpine (2,700–4,300 m)
  • Best season: July – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Colorado's largest wilderness — the volcanic and quartzite heart of the San Juans between Durango and Creede.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: July – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

High San Juan alpine (2,700–4,300 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
High San Juan alpine (2,700–4,300 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Weminuche Wilderness

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Last verified: 1970-01-01