Gilpin Peak, Mountain summit in San Juan Mountains, Colorado, USA.
Gilpin Peak reaches an elevation of 13,694 feet in the Sneffels Range, featuring steep slopes and multiple basins filled with summer wildflowers.
The summit received its name from William Gilpin, who served as the first territorial governor of Colorado during the 1860s administration.
The mountain stands within the Mount Sneffels Wilderness of Uncompahgre National Forest, representing the natural heritage of the San Juan region.
Climbers access the summit through several routes, including the Northwest Ridge from Blue Lakes Pass and the more technical Southeast Ridge approach.
The mountain includes distinctive geological formations called The Block Tops, with one particular subpeak displaying the shape of a teapot.
Location: Colorado
GPS coordinates: 37.98666,-107.79312
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:57
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