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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

36°F

clear sky

Feels like 32°F

Weather Alert

  • Freezing conditions expected
Average 30°F
High 36°F
Low 24°F
Wind Up to 14 mph
Humidity 52%
Sunrise 1:28 PM
Sunset 1:08 AM
12 AM
clear sky
36°F
Feels: 32°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 30% 6.2 miles
3 AM
clear sky
32°F
Feels: 27°F 5 mph (Gusts: 5) 46% 6.2 miles
6 AM
clear sky
31°F
Feels: 25°F 6 mph (Gusts: 5) 60% 6.2 miles
9 AM
clear sky
29°F
Feels: 23°F 5 mph (Gusts: 5) 65% 6.2 miles
12 PM
scattered clouds
26°F
Feels: 19°F 6 mph (Gusts: 5) 64% 6.2 miles
3 PM
overcast clouds
24°F
Feels: 18°F 5 mph (Gusts: 5) 63% 6.2 miles
6 PM
scattered clouds
31°F
Feels: 23°F 8 mph (Gusts: 22) 46% 6.2 miles
9 PM
scattered clouds
32°F
Feels: 23°F 14 mph (Gusts: 24) 45% 6.2 miles
Average 23°F
High 30°F
Low 17°F
Wind Up to 15 mph
Humidity 60%
Sunrise 1:28 PM
Sunset 1:08 AM
12 AM
scattered clouds
30°F
Feels: 20°F 14 mph (Gusts: 25) 55% 6.2 miles
3 AM
broken clouds
26°F
Feels: 14°F 15 mph (Gusts: 30) 58% 6.2 miles
6 AM
scattered clouds
22°F
Feels: 11°F 10 mph (Gusts: 24) 67% 6.2 miles
9 AM
broken clouds
21°F
Feels: 10°F 9 mph (Gusts: 26) 73% 6.2 miles
12 PM
broken clouds
17°F
Feels: 6°F 9 mph (Gusts: 22) 72% 6.2 miles
3 PM
scattered clouds
17°F
Feels: 8°F 6 mph (Gusts: 8) 61% 6.2 miles
6 PM
few clouds
23°F
Feels: 14°F 7 mph (Gusts: 9) 50% 6.2 miles
9 PM
clear sky
27°F
Feels: 19°F 7 mph (Gusts: 11) 42% 6.2 miles
Average 23°F
High 32°F
Low 19°F
Wind Up to 9 mph
Humidity 54%
Sunrise 1:28 PM
Sunset 1:08 AM
12 AM
clear sky
26°F
Feels: 20°F 5 mph (Gusts: 6) 47% 6.2 miles
3 AM
clear sky
21°F
Feels: 15°F 4 mph (Gusts: 5) 65% 6.2 miles
6 AM
clear sky
20°F
Feels: 16°F 3 mph (Gusts: 5) 63% 6.2 miles
9 AM
few clouds
20°F
Feels: 14°F 3 mph (Gusts: 4) 60% 6.2 miles
12 PM
clear sky
19°F
Feels: 12°F 4 mph (Gusts: 5) 60% 6.2 miles
3 PM
clear sky
22°F
Feels: 15°F 5 mph (Gusts: 6) 50% 6.2 miles
6 PM
clear sky
29°F
Feels: 20°F 9 mph (Gusts: 13) 43% 6.2 miles
9 PM
broken clouds
32°F
Feels: 24°F 9 mph (Gusts: 18) 42% 6.2 miles
Average 27°F
High 34°F
Low 22°F
Wind Up to 8 mph
Humidity 51%
Sunrise 1:28 PM
Sunset 1:08 AM
12 AM
broken clouds
30°F
Feels: 22°F 8 mph (Gusts: 13) 49% 6.2 miles
3 AM
overcast clouds
24°F
Feels: 18°F 5 mph (Gusts: 7) 59% 6.2 miles
6 AM
broken clouds
24°F
Feels: 18°F 5 mph (Gusts: 6) 56% 6.2 miles
9 AM
clear sky
23°F
Feels: 17°F 5 mph (Gusts: 5) 58% 6.2 miles
12 PM
clear sky
22°F
Feels: 16°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 60% 6.2 miles
3 PM
clear sky
25°F
Feels: 20°F 4 mph (Gusts: 5) 53% 6.2 miles
6 PM
clear sky
31°F
Feels: 25°F 6 mph (Gusts: 7) 38% 6.2 miles
9 PM
clear sky
34°F
Feels: 29°F 6 mph (Gusts: 9) 38% 6.2 miles
Average 31°F
High 39°F
Low 26°F
Wind Up to 15 mph
Humidity 42%
Sunrise 1:28 PM
Sunset 1:08 AM
12 AM
clear sky
33°F
Feels: 28°F 5 mph (Gusts: 7) 45% 6.2 miles
3 AM
few clouds
27°F
Feels: 23°F 3 mph (Gusts: 4) 53% 6.2 miles
6 AM
few clouds
26°F
Feels: 21°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 48% 6.2 miles
9 AM
scattered clouds
26°F
Feels: 21°F 4 mph (Gusts: 4) 48% 6.2 miles
12 PM
few clouds
26°F
Feels: 21°F 5 mph (Gusts: 5) 41% 6.2 miles
3 PM
clear sky
31°F
Feels: 25°F 5 mph (Gusts: 7) 37% 6.2 miles
6 PM
clear sky
37°F
Feels: 31°F 8 mph (Gusts: 22) 29% 6.2 miles
9 PM
clear sky
39°F
Feels: 30°F 15 mph (Gusts: 32) 31% 6.2 miles

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