14ers.com • Trip Report - Evans/Bierstadt - via Guanella Pass & Sawtooth

Peaks:	Mt. Bierstadt - 14,060 feet Mt. Evans - 14,264 feet
Post Date:	05/17/2005	Modified: 03/18/2009
Date Climbed:	07/06/2003
Posted By:	glodder

Evans/Bierstadt - via Guanella Pass & Sawtooth
Left Denver with my friend, Adam, at 4:00 am and drove to Guanella Pass trailhead via U.S. 285. Arrived on Bierstadt summit somewhere around 8:00. Descended east slopes of Bierstadt, crossed Sawtooth and climbed Mt. Evans. Descended on the scree slope Roach talks about being evident from Guanella Pass trailhead. The scree slope is somewhat nasty, so I would probably recommend staying high on Mt. Spaldings slopes and descending Spaldings northwest slopes instead of the scree slope. This trip was epic. Perfect weather and the Sawtooth is a wonderful challenge. I would highly recommend a July or August climb of these two peaks via the Sawtooth. The diagonal part of the ridge appears nasty, but isnt nearly as bad as it looks. It was a fun ridge traverse, and I didnt think there was much danger to it, when dry. Todd
Go To Top

Comments or Questions (0)
Using your forum id/password. Not registered? Click Here
Go To Top

Caution: The information contained on this page may not be accurate and is not intended to be used as an instructional guide. Trip report text and photos can sometimes make terrain appear easier (or more difficult) based on the descriptions or photos provided by the author. Before climbing a 14er, make sure you have the proper equipment and skills. Failure to have the necessary experience, physical conditioning, supplies or equipment can result in injury or death. Hike, climb, or ski with care and use your best judgment and climb with experienced partners when possible. Mountaineering requires sound judgment and adequate physical conditioning. Be wary of all terrain and know when to turn back.

14ers.com and the author(s) of this report provide no warranties, either express or implied, that the information provided is accurate or reliable. By using information provided in this report you agree to indemnify and hold harmless 14ers.com and the report author(s) with respect to any claims and demands against them, including any attorney fees and expenses. Please read the 14ers.com Safety and Disclaimer pages for more information.

View Trip Report