
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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