United StatesColoradoBeacon Peak

Beacon Peak

Mountain in Colorado · 12,073 ft

12,073 ft
Elevation
184 ft
Prominence
1.3 mi
Hike length one way
39.9175, -105.6822
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Beacon Peak

1.3 mi
one way
410 ft
of ascent
1 h 5 min
round trip

The route starts at Rollins Pass trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

11,686 ft1.3 mi · 12,070 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Rollins Pass trailheadRecommended
parking · north of the peak
1.3 mi on foot · ↑ 410 ft · about 1 h 5 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2ROGERS PASS
parking · southwest of the peak
about 3.4 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Forest Lakes Trailhead
parking · northeast of the peak
about 4.4 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Beacon Peak?

Beacon Peak is 12,073 ft above sea level and lies in Colorado. Its prominence is 184 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Beacon Peak?

From Rollins Pass trailhead it is about 1.3 mi one way with 410 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 5 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Beacon Peak?

The nearest parking is Rollins Pass trailhead (north of the peak) — 1.3 mi on foot · ↑ 410 ft · about 1 h 5 min round trip. Alternative: ROGERS PASS (southwest of the peak) (about 3.4 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Beacon Peak in Conquer?

Yes — Beacon Peak is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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