Northeast Ridge
Mt. Eolus · 14,083' · Rank #35
Class 3 Standard Route
18
miles RT
6,100
ft gain
Class 3
difficulty
10-14
hours
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Route Details
- Distance
- 18 miles RT
- Elevation Gain
- 6,100'
- Difficulty
- Class 3
- Exposure
- Moderate
- Typical Time
- 10-14 hours
Trailhead
- Name
- Needleton (Durango & Silverton train)
- Starting Elevation
- 8,212'
- Coordinates
- 37.6350°N, 107.6917°W
Parking & Access
- Parking
- Paid Lot 100+ spots
- Fee
- $142/day
Train ticket includes 4-day parking at Durango station. Split between group members.
Restroom No Service
TRAIN REQUIRED - Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. 2.5 hour ride. No pets on train. No winter access.
Route Description
Most parties take the Durango & Silverton Railroad to Needleton, then backpack to Chicago Basin. From camp, climb the northeast ridge with Class 3 scrambling. The approach adds a day each way. Often combined with Sunlight and Windom.
Gear & Preparation
Plan for a 3-4 day trip minimum. Reservations required for the train. Bear canisters required in Weminuche Wilderness. This is a true wilderness adventure.