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Maroon Peak

#24
14163 ft (4317 m) Elk Mountains
Maroon Peak

About Maroon Peak

Maroon Peak towers at 14,163 feet (4,317 m) as one of the famous Maroon Bells. Known for its distinctive maroon-colored sedimentary rock, the peak is considered one of Colorado's most dangerous 14ers due to loose, rotten rock. The stunning beauty combined with serious technical challenges makes it a magnet for experienced mountaineers.

History

Part of the iconic Maroon Bells duo, this peak has earned a reputation as one of the 'Deadly Bells' due to the loose rock and numerous accidents. Despite the challenges, its incredible beauty near Aspen continues to attract climbers.

Weather Forecast

clear sky

Current Conditions

20°F

clear sky

Feels like 10°F

Weather Alert

  • Freezing conditions expected
Average 20°F
High 20°F
Low 20°F
Wind Up to 9 mph
Humidity 41%
Sunrise 2:25 PM
Sunset 12:09 AM
9 PM
clear sky
20°F
Feels: 10°F 9 mph (Gusts: 20) 41% 6.2 miles
Average 13°F
High 21°F
Low 5°F
Wind Up to 8 mph
Humidity 68%
Sunrise 2:25 PM
Sunset 12:09 AM
12 AM
clear sky
21°F
Feels: 16°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 60% 6.2 miles
3 AM
clear sky
15°F
Feels: 15°F 2 mph (Gusts: 4) 69% 6.2 miles
6 AM
clear sky
14°F
Feels: 9°F 3 mph (Gusts: 4) 77% 6.2 miles
9 AM
clear sky
6°F
Feels: -1°F 4 mph (Gusts: 5) 77% 6.2 miles
12 PM
clear sky
5°F
Feels: -4°F 4 mph (Gusts: 5) 79% 6.2 miles
3 PM
broken clouds
7°F
Feels: -1°F 4 mph (Gusts: 5) 83% 6.2 miles
6 PM
broken clouds
16°F
Feels: 6°F 7 mph (Gusts: 14) 52% 6.2 miles
9 PM
overcast clouds
18°F
Feels: 8°F 8 mph (Gusts: 21) 43% 6.2 miles
Average 7°F
High 15°F
Low 2°F
Wind Up to 10 mph
Humidity 75%
Sunrise 2:25 PM
Sunset 12:09 AM
12 AM
overcast clouds
10°F
Feels: 1°F 5 mph (Gusts: 5) 68% 6.2 miles
3 AM
broken clouds
6°F
Feels: -2°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 68% 6.2 miles
6 AM
overcast clouds
6°F
Feels: -4°F 5 mph (Gusts: 5) 78% 6.2 miles
9 AM
overcast clouds
4°F
Feels: -7°F 6 mph (Gusts: 4) 82% 6.2 miles
12 PM
broken clouds
2°F
Feels: -10°F 7 mph (Gusts: 6) 90% 6.2 miles
3 PM
broken clouds
3°F
Feels: -10°F 7 mph (Gusts: 9) 93% 6.2 miles
6 PM
scattered clouds
12°F
Feels: -1°F 10 mph (Gusts: 13) 63% 6.2 miles
9 PM
few clouds
15°F
Feels: 5°F 7 mph (Gusts: 10) 59% 6.2 miles
Average 13°F
High 26°F
Low 6°F
Wind Up to 6 mph
Humidity 62%
Sunrise 2:25 PM
Sunset 12:09 AM
12 AM
clear sky
9°F
Feels: 1°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 74% 6.2 miles
3 AM
clear sky
6°F
Feels: 0°F 3 mph (Gusts: 4) 72% 6.2 miles
6 AM
clear sky
8°F
Feels: 8°F 2 mph (Gusts: 4) 65% 6.2 miles
9 AM
clear sky
9°F
Feels: 9°F 2 mph (Gusts: 4) 63% 6.2 miles
12 PM
clear sky
9°F
Feels: 9°F 2 mph (Gusts: 4) 63% 6.2 miles
3 PM
clear sky
11°F
Feels: 11°F 3 mph (Gusts: 4) 61% 6.2 miles
6 PM
clear sky
24°F
Feels: 17°F 6 mph (Gusts: 7) 52% 6.2 miles
9 PM
clear sky
26°F
Feels: 19°F 6 mph (Gusts: 6) 48% 6.2 miles
Average 13°F
High 23°F
Low 8°F
Wind Up to 6 mph
Humidity 56%
Sunrise 2:25 PM
Sunset 12:09 AM
12 AM
few clouds
14°F
Feels: 8°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 67% 6.2 miles
3 AM
few clouds
11°F
Feels: 11°F 2 mph (Gusts: 4) 60% 6.2 miles
6 AM
few clouds
10°F
Feels: 10°F 2 mph (Gusts: 4) 57% 6.2 miles
9 AM
clear sky
9°F
Feels: 9°F 2 mph (Gusts: 4) 56% 6.2 miles
12 PM
few clouds
8°F
Feels: 8°F 2 mph (Gusts: 4) 57% 6.2 miles
3 PM
few clouds
10°F
Feels: 10°F 1 mph (Gusts: 3) 56% 6.2 miles
6 PM
clear sky
22°F
Feels: 15°F 5 mph (Gusts: 6) 49% 6.2 miles
9 PM
clear sky
23°F
Feels: 16°F 6 mph (Gusts: 9) 45% 6.2 miles
Average 10°F
High 22°F
Low 6°F
Wind Up to 4 mph
Humidity 59%
Sunrise 2:25 PM
Sunset 12:09 AM
12 AM
clear sky
14°F
Feels: 7°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 67% 6.2 miles
3 AM
clear sky
8°F
Feels: 8°F 1 mph (Gusts: 3) 69% 6.2 miles
6 AM
clear sky
8°F
Feels: 8°F 1 mph (Gusts: 3) 65% 6.2 miles
9 AM
clear sky
7°F
Feels: 7°F 1 mph (Gusts: 3) 59% 6.2 miles
12 PM
clear sky
6°F
Feels: 6°F 1 mph (Gusts: 4) 55% 6.2 miles
3 PM
clear sky
8°F
Feels: 8°F 1 mph (Gusts: 3) 51% 6.2 miles
6 PM
clear sky
22°F
Feels: 17°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 44% 6.2 miles

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