Mount Peale
Mount Peale is a prominent peak in southwestern Colorado offering high-elevation hiking, panoramic vistas, and access from Navajo Dam area.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Southwestern United States |
| Subregion | Colorado Plateau |
| Country | United States |
| State | Colorado |
| County | San Juan County |
| District | Navajo Nation |
| City | Navajo Dam |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 37.265 |
| Longitude | -107.703 |
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7:15 PM LOCAL TIMEMount Peale, reaching approximately 12,632 feet (3,852 meters), is a notable summit in southwest Colorado, near the Navajo Dam and the San Juan River. As a relatively accessible high point, it sees use from anglers, trail hikers, and hunters familiar with the region’s rugged mesas and alpine environments. The peak’s prominence offers near-360-degree views across the surrounding high desert and canyon landscapes. Routes commonly involve multi-use trails from adjacent national or tribal lands, with options for both technical and non-technical access depending on season and exact approach. The mountain and its environs are part of a larger ecosystem dominated by high-desert conifers, sagebrush flats, and riparian corridors; weather can be highly variable, with rapid changes common in ribbon-like alpine corridors. Visitors should consult local trail guides, maps, and weather sources for planning, remembering that access trails may cross tribal or state lands and vary seasonally.
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