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Note: G&M list and rank this peak based on the USGS quad elevation marker of 13,130 ft. LoJ & Roach believe that the quad is missing a contour at the SE end of the summit ridge which had been determined to be higher by sighting than the west summit, hence they give it an elevation of 13,140 ft. The GPS coordinates provided here are for the USGS west summit.
UN13,144 is an fairly easy Class 2 summit in the heart of the Elk Mountains and is somewhat dwarfed by many of its neighbors. The hike to this summit however is adorned with may wildflowers and a high altitude, pristine lake. It offers a pleasant break from the more rocky peaks like Precarious and Cassi. A short backpack trip makes this a more enjoyable experience overall, but is not required. This peak could be climbed as a day hike from the Rustler Gulch TH. Lidar added another 4 feet of elevation to make this summit 13,144 ft.