Handies Peak, Summit in Hinsdale County, US
Handies Peak rises to an elevation of 4,284 meters within the San Juan Mountains range, offering views across the Colorado mountain landscape.
Franklin Rhoda accomplished the first documented climb of Handies Peak in 1874, marking the beginning of recorded mountaineering activities in this area.
The mountain stands as a symbol of Colorado's mountaineering heritage, attracting climbers who seek to conquer all 58 peaks above 14,000 feet.
The Southwest Slopes route provides class 1 hiking access to the summit, with summer months offering the most suitable conditions for ascent.
The peak ranks as number 88 out of 91,437 summits in the United States, securing its position among the nation's most elevated points.
Location: Hinsdale County
Elevation above the sea: 4,282 m
GPS coordinates: 37.91299,-107.50445
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:12
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