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MOUNT BELFORD

Mountains and Summits


Rocky Mountains Sawatch Range

Mount Belford

14,197 ft

Mount Belford, located in the Rocky Mountains mountain range, is a prominent peak rising to an elevation of 14,197 feet (4,327 meters) in Colorado, USA. It is part of the Collegiate Peaks, a group of mountains named after Ivy League schools. Mount Belford is known for its impressive size and challenging but rewarding hiking opportunities.

During the winter season, the mountain experiences substantial snowpack, which can vary depending on the year and weather conditions. Snowpack levels can range from several feet to several meters, creating ideal conditions for winter sports enthusiasts and backcountry adventurers. The mountain's snowpack provides a vital water source for the surrounding area, as several creeks and rivers receive runoff from the melting snow. These waterways, including Clear Creek and Pine Creek, contribute to the overall beauty and ecosystem of the region.

Regarding the history and legends associated with Mount Belford, there isn't significant information available. The name "Belford" likely originates from the surname of an individual or family connected to the mountain's discovery or early exploration. It is not uncommon for mountains in the Rocky Mountains to be named after individuals, groups, or places with historical significance. While there may be interesting local stories or legends about the mountain, these are not readily available or widely documented.


Outdoor Recreation

Campground Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Matchless 17 9,903 ft
Belle of Colorado 19 9,924 ft
Rivers End 15 9,356 ft
Collegiate Peaks 56 9,837 ft
Chalk Lake 19 8,743 ft
Cascade 22 9,033 ft
Needle Creek Reservoir None 8,889 ft
Blodgett 6 8,836 ft
Gore Creek 25 8,720 ft
Middle Quartz 7 10,230 ft
Gold Creek 6 10,005 ft
Halfmoon East 6 9,923 ft
North Fork Reservoir 9 11,459 ft
Elbert Creek 17 10,095 ft
Garfield 8 9,912 ft
Tabor 44 9,897 ft
Halfmoon 7 10,294 ft
Tigiwon 9 9,994 ft
Iron City 15 9,928 ft
Angel of Shavano 20 9,147 ft
Pitkin 22 9,362 ft
Camp Hale Memorial 21 9,318 ft
Parry Peak 26 9,430 ft
Hornsilver 7 8,843 ft
White Star 66 9,256 ft
Monarch Park 37 10,478 ft
Twin Peaks 37 9,615 ft
Mayqueen 27 9,884 ft
Lakeview - Twin Lakes 27 9,511 ft
Molly Brown 49 9,897 ft
Dexter 24 9,271 ft
Mirror Lake - Almont 10 11,007 ft
Snowblind 23 9,278 ft
Father Dyer 26 9,953 ft
Baby Doe 50 9,913 ft
Cottonwood Lake 24 9,586 ft
Halfmoon West 16 9,932 ft
Gold Park 11 9,246 ft
Quartz 10 9,849 ft
Silver Dollar 43 9,905 ft
Mount Princeton 19 8,618 ft
Ski Area Snowpack Air Temperature 5 Day Forecast
Aspen Mountain 31" 33° 8.5"
Keystone Resort 23" 32° 10.42"
Copper Mountain Resort 39" 36° 8.88"
Beaver Creek Resort 20" 40° 6.7"
SolVista Basin at Granby Ranch 62" 31° 4.49"
Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area 33" 31° 4.92"
Arapahoe Basin 56" 27° 10.18"
Ski Cooper 38" 29° 9.67"
Breckenridge Ski Resort 39" 36° 8.88"
Loveland 56" 27° 10.18"
Vail 36" 30° 7.16"
River Run Streamflow Length Class

Regional Water Data

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Rio Grande At Wagon Wheel Gap
USGS 08217500
1,150 cfs 2.8 ft
La Garita Creek Near La Garita
USGS 08231000
41 cfs 2.4 ft
Kerber Cr Abv Little Kerber Cr Nr Villa Grove
USGS 08224500
30 cfs 0.9 ft
Arkansas River Near Wellsville
USGS 07093700
679 cfs 4.0 ft
Goose Creek At Wagonwheel Gap
USGS 08218500
138 cfs 3.4 ft
Tomichi Creek At Sargents
USGS 09115500
142 cfs 1.5 ft
Carnero Creek Near La Garita
USGS 08230500
18 cfs 2.5 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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