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Collegiate Peaks Wilderness

Collegiate Peaks Wilderness was designated by the United States Congress in 1980 and it now has a total of 167,584 acres. Located in Colorado this Wilderness spans the Gunnison , White River , and Pike & San Isabel National Forests. With eight "fourteeners" (peaks exceeding 14,000 feet in elevation), Collegiate Peaks Wilderness probably possesses the highest average elevation of any Wilderness in the Lower 48. The peaks include Huron Peak (14,005'), Missouri Mountain (14,067'), Mt. Columbia…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

Frequently asked questions

Is Collegiate Peaks Wilderness reservable?

Collegiate Peaks Wilderness is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Collegiate Peaks Wilderness?

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How do I book a campsite at Collegiate Peaks Wilderness?

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