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Pyramid Peak, Elk Range

14,018 ft., 47th highest in Colorado
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The daunting 2000 vertical-foot north face of Pyramid Peak; Colorado Elk Range
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The daunting 2000 vertical-foot north face of Pyramid Peak; Colorado Elk Range

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  • Pyramid Peak's snow-covered north and east faces as seen from the Maroon Creek Road; Colorado Elk Range.
  • The early morning sun illuminates Pyramid Peak's northeast face; viewed from Maroon Creek Road, accessible in winter only by ski, snowshoe or snowmobile; Colorado Elk Range.
  • Elk Mountains in Winter
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  • Panoramic view northwest from the summit of Pyramid Peak; Colorado Elk Range.
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  • Pyramid Peak provides an impressive view from Maroon Peak's south ridge.
  • The west face of Pyramid Peak viewed from the Maroon Peak summit, Colorado Elk Range
  • The vast expanse of Pyramid Peak's west face, Colorado Elk Range
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  • Hiking into the "amphitheater" along Pyramid Peak's north approach; Colorado Elk Range.
  • Snow-filled path leading up to the Amphitheater on Pyramid Peak's north approach; Colorado Elk Range.
  • The daunting 2000 vertical-foot north face of Pyramid Peak; Colorado Elk Range
  • Crossing a boulder field in the Pyramid Peak Amphitheater; Colorado Elk Range.
  • A clear view of the Maroon Bells flanked by Pyramid Peak's north face; Colorado Elk Range.
  • An intimidating look at Pyramid Peak's Northeast Ridge climbing route from the 13,000=foot saddle; Colorado Elk Range.
  • One of the most notable features of the Pyramid Peak route, the "leap of faith" over an exposed crevasse. Colorado Elk Range.
  • Western Elks Snowmass Mountain and Capitol Peak, viewed from Pyramid Peak's northeast ridge; Colorado Elk Range.
  • After crossing this icy gully, Pyramid climbers face the steep, challenging "green wall" above. A Mountain Goat shows the way. Colorado Elk Range.
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