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MOUNT ANTERO

Mountains and Summits


Rocky Mountains Sawatch Range

Mount Antero

14,269 ft

Mount Antero is a prominent peak located in the Rocky Mountains range, known for its impressive elevation and scenic beauty. Standing tall at an elevation of 14,276 feet (4,351 meters), it is one of the highest peaks in Colorado. With its towering presence and stunning vistas, Mount Antero attracts mountaineers and outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.

During the winter season, Mount Antero experiences varying snowpack ranges. This snowpack is crucial for winter sports activities such as skiing and snowboarding. Snow depth in the area can range from several feet to over ten feet, creating ideal conditions for winter adventure seekers. Additionally, the melted snow from Mount Antero feeds several creeks and rivers in the region, contributing to the local water supply and ecosystem.

Apart from its natural attributes, Mount Antero also has an interesting history and folklore. The name "Antero" is believed to have been derived from a Spanish term, "Antero," meaning "first" or "ancient." The mountain is named after Chief Antero, a Native American leader of the Uintah band of the Ute Tribe, who inhabited the area centuries ago. According to legends, Mount Antero is believed to hold hidden treasures, including gemstones and precious metals, attracting treasure hunters and adventure seekers throughout history. While the existence of these treasures remains a mystery, they add an air of intrigue to the mountain's allure.


Outdoor Recreation

Campground Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Camp Hale Memorial 21 9,318 ft
Storm King 11 9,352 ft
Elbert Creek 17 10,095 ft
Garfield 8 9,912 ft
Snowblind 23 9,278 ft
Parry Peak 26 9,430 ft
Kite Lake 5 12,043 ft
Matchless 17 9,903 ft
Tabor 44 9,897 ft
Mirror Lake - Almont 10 11,007 ft
Lakeview - Twin Lakes 27 9,511 ft
Poso 11 8,871 ft
Middle Quartz 7 10,230 ft
Baby Doe 50 9,913 ft
Halfmoon East 6 9,923 ft
Molly Brown 49 9,897 ft
Horseshoe 19 10,538 ft
North Fork Reservoir 9 11,459 ft
Gold Park 11 9,246 ft
Fourmile 14 10,824 ft
Monarch Park 37 10,478 ft
Collegiate Peaks 56 9,837 ft
Hecla Junction - Arkansas Headwaters State Rec Area None 7,415 ft
Railroad Bridge - Arkansas Headwaters State Rec Area None 8,039 ft
Ohaver Lake 35 9,218 ft
Father Dyer 26 9,953 ft
Cottonwood Lake 24 9,586 ft
Mayqueen 27 9,884 ft
Chalk Lake 19 8,743 ft
Weston Pass 14 10,277 ft
Cascade 22 9,033 ft
Ruby Mountain - Arkansas Headwaters State Rec Area None 7,651 ft
Twin Peaks 37 9,615 ft
Mount Princeton 19 8,618 ft
Silver Dollar 43 9,905 ft
Angel of Shavano 20 9,147 ft
White Star 66 9,256 ft
Iron City 15 9,928 ft
Belle of Colorado 19 9,924 ft
Halfmoon West 16 9,932 ft
Dexter 24 9,271 ft
Ski Area Snowpack Air Temperature 5 Day Forecast
Breckenridge Ski Resort 45" 50° 3.64"
Ski Cooper 38" 44° 4.19"
Copper Mountain Resort 45" 50° 3.64"
Vail 18" 44° 4.05"
Beaver Creek Resort 39" 54° 3.7"
Keystone Resort 30" 44° 8.13"
Arapahoe Basin 62" 40° 11.17"
Loveland 62" 40° 11.17"
Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area 47" 41° 0.7"
River Run Streamflow Length Class

Regional Water Data

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Wightman Fork At Mouth Near Jasper
USGS 08235290
3 cfs 3.8 ft
Rio Grande At Alamosa
USGS 08223000
121 cfs 2.3 ft
Trinchera Creek Below Smith Res
USGS 08243500
7 cfs 3.0 ft
San Francisco C At Upper Sta
USGS 08220900
3 cfs 0.4 ft
Wightman Fork Bel Cropsy Creek At Summitville
USGS 08235270
3 cfs 1.2 ft
Alamosa River Above Wightman Fork Near Jasper
USGS 08235250
-999 cfs 0.7 ft
Rio Grande Near Monte Vista
USGS 08221500
276 cfs 3.4 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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