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Mt. Eolus, a Colorado 14er at 14,083 feet

Colorado Fourteener

Mt. Eolus

14,083'

Rank #35

Standard Route

Northeast Ridge

Mt. Eolus
14,083' · #35
18 mi
6,100' gain
Class 3
18
miles RT
6,100
ft gain
Class 3
difficulty
10-14
hours

Overview

Located deep in the Weminuche Wilderness, Eolus requires a significant approach. Most climbers take the Durango & Silverton Railroad to access the Needles area. The summit involves Class 3 scrambling on solid rock. Often climbed with Sunlight and Windom.

Quick Facts

Mountain Range
San Juan Mountains
Nearest Town
Durango
National Forest
San Juan National Forest
Prominence
1,543'

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Location

Range San Juan Mountains
Coordinates 37.6219°N, 107.6225°W

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