Ajax Peak
Ajax Peak is a nontechnical peak climb close to Telluride, CO that offers 360-degree views from its 12,785-foot summit. It is a fairly arduous hike, gaining over 2400 feet in elevation when started from the Valley View Parking Area at the base of Forest Road #638.
At a Glance
Open Season: | July |
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Usage: | Light |
Restrictions: | Forest Road #648 is open to all motorized vehicles, however, recommended for high clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicles. Traffic is two-way on this road up to the Bridal Veil Powerplant. Motorized vehicles are prohibited from driving from the Powerplant up the road, however, hiking/mountain biking/horseback riding is allowed on this road section. Use caution because of downhill motorized traffic. Only horse and foot travel is allowed on the single track Ajax route. |
Closest Towns: | Telluride, CO |
Operated By: | Forest Service |