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Gore Range

Colorado

Elevation Range

9,000 ft - 13,611 ft

Notable Peaks

5

Coordinates

39.7599, -106.3407

About Gore Range

The Gore Range is a rugged, alpine mountain range in central Colorado, located between the towns of Vail and Silverthorne. This range is characterized by steep, jagged peaks, deep glacial valleys, and extensive alpine meadows. The terrain is generally steep and rocky, with numerous talus slopes, cirques, and glacial lakes. The range is part of the Rocky Mountains and sits within the White River National Forest, offering abundant outdoor recreation opportunities.

Notable Peaks

Red Peak

13,189 ft

Eccles Peak

13,611 ft

Elliot Ridge

12,990 ft

Keller Mountain

13,185 ft

Deluge Peak

13,220 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
mountaineering
rock climbing
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Vail, CO
Silverthorne, CO
Dillon, CO

Location

Colorado

39.7599, -106.3407

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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