Snow Dusted Wilson Peak Telluride Colorado

Wilson Peak — 14,023 ft (4,275 m) — is a prominent fourteener in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado, located near Telluride and the town of Ouray. Known for its sharply pointed, pyramidal summit and dramatic north face, it sits on the ridge dividing the San Miguel and Uncompahgre River drainages.

Key facts:

• Elevation: 14,023 ft (4,275 m)

• Range: San Juan Mountains

• Nearest town: Telluride (about 7 miles southeast)

• Common approach: Northeast ridge from the valley near Mill Creek or via routes from the town of Telluride; involves steep scrambling and route-finding rather than technical climbing in summer conditions

• Difficulty: Non-technical Class 2–3 scrambling on standard routes; roped protection may be used on steeper sections or in winter

• Best season: Late June through September for snow-free routes; winter ascents require mountaineering gear and experience

• Notable: Popular for photographers and climbers for its striking silhouette; often mistaken in media for a generic “iconic” peak