La Plata Peak

14344 ft (4372 m) Sawatch Range

About La Plata Peak

La Plata Peak towers at 14,344 feet (4,372 m) in the Sawatch Range near the ghost town of Winfield. The peak's name comes from silver mining in the area (La Plata means 'silver' in Spanish). Multiple routes exist, with the Northwest Ridge being the most popular. The summit offers outstanding views of the Elk Mountains and the Collegiate Peaks.

History

The peak was named by early Spanish explorers for the silver deposits in the region. Mining activity flourished in the late 1800s, with the nearby town of Winfield serving as a supply center. Today, the area is a popular destination for hikers combining peak bagging with historical exploration.

Weather Forecast

Current Conditions

26°F

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Feels like 13°F

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Freezing conditions expected

Average 26°F

High 26°F

Low 26°F

Wind Up to 16 mph

Humidity 29%

Sunrise 2:23 PM

Sunset 12:07 AM

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Average 15°F

High 24°F

Low 6°F

Wind Up to 15 mph

Humidity 67%

Sunrise 2:23 PM

Sunset 12:07 AM

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Average 7°F

High 13°F

Low 3°F

Wind Up to 17 mph

Humidity 76%

Sunrise 2:23 PM

Sunset 12:07 AM

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Average 12°F

High 26°F

Low 7°F

Wind Up to 9 mph

Humidity 65%

Sunrise 2:23 PM

Sunset 12:07 AM

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Average 13°F

High 22°F

Low 7°F

Wind Up to 12 mph

Humidity 62%

Sunrise 2:23 PM

Sunset 12:07 AM

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Average 10°F

High 20°F

Low 6°F

Wind Up to 6 mph

Humidity 59%

Sunrise 2:23 PM

Sunset 12:07 AM

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3 AM

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