Climbed my first 14er in Colorado today

What was the temp at the summit

Good job beating the thunderstorms.

12.4 was my best, and that was many years ago, hope you got to enjoy the view

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My 12 yo daughter loves to hike. I would love to take her on a hike like that.

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Go to 14ers.com

They rank all the routes by difficult 1-53. They separate it into Class 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.

They also rank each route by Exposure, rockfall risk, and path finding difficulty.

Yale is ranked 33 out of 53 in difficulty,

IMO, Mt. Yale is probably safe as long as you are smart. It is a class 2. Up to the saddle (200 feet below the summit) it is steep and difficult but not awful. The ridge up to the summit is wider than most, but still need to be very careful,







The flat area is the saddle.



The most difficult part:







If you are unsure, try a Class 1 or easy class 2 first, probably with low exposure. If all goes well try another. That website is your friend.

Thanks for sharing the pics.

That’s amazing. This intrigues me and I may have to add it to my bucket list. Excuse my ignorance but did you need any “equipment” per se?

Ever since reading Halfway to Heaven several years back I've wanted to climb one. Haven't taken the time yet.

Just bring water and snacks. Map and compass if you want but most east trails are full of people. Hard to get lost. Make sure to have clothing to break the wind as it’s brutal above tree line.

Start early. Plan to get back below tree line by early afternoon before the storms.

on vacation?