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This 15-20 ft wall separating the east and west gullies is the crux of the climb. Fortunately the rock is solid and the climb is short, with excellent handholds on famed Crestone conglomerate.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Humboldt Peak as seen from the summit of Crestone Needle.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Humboldt Peak Summit on a cloudy day.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
At the windy false summit at 13,800.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
A stunning view of Crestone Needle (left) and Crestone Peak (right), with morning alpenglow above the shadow of Humboldt Peak.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
One of many rock formations around the summit of Humboldt Peak. Such playgrounds can easily be avoided, but are minimally exposed and composed of solid rock.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
A daring hiker sits on the NE edge of the summit. This part of the summit need not be climbed and is easily avoidable for those afraid of heights.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
What to expect while scrambling up the Red Gully.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
A small runoff pool near Cottonwood Lake.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Crestone Needle pops into view toward the end of the South Colony Lake approach.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Approaching the notch at the top of the Red Gully.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Scrambling in the middle of the Red Gully.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Cottonwood Lake as seen from near the top of Broken Hand Pass.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Class 3 move. Snowy scrambling just below the summit of Broken Hand Pass, July 2011.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Climbing up some snow on Broken Hand Pass, July 2011.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Relaxing at camp with Crestone Needle and South Colony Lake in the background.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Beautiful South Colony Lake scenery.
Mar 4, 2015 near Crestone, CO
Hikers approaching the summit.
Mar 3, 2015 near San Luis, CO
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