Mount Eolus

Challenge

Mount Eolus

Durango, CO

About this hike

Mount Eolus is one of the most remote and scenic 14ers, located deep in the Needle Mountains. The climb includes airy Class 3 scrambling with high exposure. It’s often done along with North Eolus, and both require a train ride and multi-day backpacking trip.

Quick facts

Distance

6 miles

Elevation

14083 ft

Difficulty

Strenuous

Time

6–10 hours

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