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HURON PEAK

Mountains and Summits


Rocky Mountains Sawatch Range

Huron Peak

14,003 ft

Huron Peak is located in the Rocky Mountains mountain range and stands as one of Colorado's renowned fourteeners. With an elevation of approximately 14,003 feet, it offers a challenging yet rewarding climb for mountaineers. The peak, situated in the Sawatch Range, showcases breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and neighboring mountain ranges.

During the winter season, Huron Peak experiences a significant snowpack. The snowpack range can vary depending on the year, but it typically accumulates from November to April, with the deepest snowfall occurring between January and March. This makes it an ideal destination for winter sports enthusiasts looking to engage in activities such as snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, and snowboarding.

Huron Peak also contributes to the water sources in the region, as several creeks and rivers receive runoff from the mountain. These include Clear Creek, Chalk Creek, and the Arkansas River. The melting snow from the peak provides a vital water supply for the surrounding ecosystems and communities downstream.

In terms of its name, Huron Peak is believed to have been named by early pioneers and explorers after the Huron Native American tribe. The reason for this choice of name is unclear, and there are no specific legends or lore associated with the peak. However, the mountain holds its own allure through its stunning natural beauty and the challenges it presents to those seeking to conquer its heights.


Outdoor Recreation

Campground Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Lost Man 10 10,513 ft
Silver Dollar 43 9,905 ft
Parry Peak 26 9,430 ft
Quartz 10 9,849 ft
Luders Creek 6 10,043 ft
Snowblind 23 9,278 ft
Gold Creek 6 10,005 ft
Lottis Creek 27 9,068 ft
Molly Brown 49 9,897 ft
Dinner Station 22 9,613 ft
Comanche 4 8,962 ft
Baby Doe 50 9,913 ft
Elk Wallow 7 8,829 ft
Tabor 44 9,897 ft
Belle of Colorado 19 9,924 ft
Collegiate Peaks 56 9,837 ft
Elbert Creek 17 10,095 ft
Mayqueen 27 9,884 ft
Portal 5 10,576 ft
Gold Park 11 9,246 ft
Monarch Park 37 10,478 ft
Needle Creek Reservoir None 8,889 ft
Chapman 84 8,598 ft
North Fork Reservoir 9 11,459 ft
Hornsilver 7 8,843 ft
Pitkin 22 9,362 ft
Gore Creek 25 8,720 ft
Rivers End 15 9,356 ft
Camp Hale Memorial 21 9,318 ft
Matchless 17 9,903 ft
Dexter 24 9,271 ft
Garfield 8 9,912 ft
Buffalo Pass 24 9,125 ft
Halfmoon 7 10,294 ft
Father Dyer 26 9,953 ft
Halfmoon West 16 9,932 ft
Halfmoon East 6 9,923 ft
Cold Spring 6 8,954 ft
Mount Princeton 19 8,618 ft
Middle Quartz 7 10,230 ft
Cottonwood Lake 24 9,586 ft
Tigiwon 9 9,994 ft
Blodgett 6 8,836 ft
Twin Peaks 37 9,615 ft
White Star 66 9,256 ft
Lakeview - Almont 35 9,556 ft
Cascade 22 9,033 ft
Mirror Lake - Almont 10 11,007 ft
Chalk Lake 19 8,743 ft
Iron City 15 9,928 ft
Lakeview - Twin Lakes 27 9,511 ft
Ski Area Snowpack Air Temperature 5 Day Forecast
Beaver Creek Resort 31" 62° 11.56"
Aspen Highlands 26" 50° 21.38"
Aspen Mountain 39" 50° 18.47"
Buttermilk Mountain 26" 50° 21.38"
Vail 41" 51° 15.69"
Breckenridge Ski Resort 40" 59° 19.99"
Ski Cooper 36" 48° 12.1"
Copper Mountain Resort 40" 59° 19.99"
Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area 40" 42° 12.02"
River Run Streamflow Length Class

Regional Water Data

Gauge Streamflow Stage
La Garita Creek Near La Garita
USGS 08231000
57 cfs 2.6 ft
Carnero Creek Near La Garita
USGS 08230500
19 cfs 2.5 ft
Tomichi Creek At Sargents
USGS 09115500
151 cfs 1.6 ft
Rio Grande Near Del Norte
USGS 08220000
2,040 cfs 3.0 ft
Goose Creek At Wagonwheel Gap
USGS 08218500
278 cfs 3.8 ft
Cotton Creek Near Mineral Hot Springs
USGS 08226700
9 cfs 1.6 ft
Cochetopa Creek Below Rock Creek Nr Parlin
USGS 09118450
39 cfs 2.2 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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