Plan All 58 Colorado 14ers in the Best Order to Climb Them
The Complete Colorado 14ers Planner is a free spreadsheet with every peak, route, class rating, and resource you need — organized in a recommended climbing progression from beginner-friendly to expert.
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What's Inside the Planner
Everything you need to plan your 14er season — or your entire climbing career — in a single, practical spreadsheet.
All 58 Peaks in Order
Every Colorado 14er listed in a recommended climbing progression — from your first summit to the most challenging.
Routes, Class & Mileage
Standard route name, Yosemite Decimal System class rating, round-trip mileage, and elevation gain for each peak.
Trailhead & Distance
Starting trailhead for each climb plus driving distance from Denver so you can plan your trip logistics.
Direct Resource Links
One-click links to The Next Summit route guides, 14ers.com route pages, and NWS weather forecasts for every peak.
Progress Tracker
Mark peaks as climbed with your summit date. Track your progress toward completing all 58 fourteeners.
Trip Notes & Descriptions
Trip type, pairing suggestions (which peaks to combine), and personal notes column for each climb.
Get the Complete Colorado 14ers Planner — Free
Whether you're planning your first fourteener or working toward all 58, this planner gives you a clear path forward. No guesswork, no hours of scattered research.
- 58 peaks organized from easiest to hardest
- Route details, class ratings, and mileage
- Links to route guides, weather, and resources
- Trip pairing suggestions to maximize your days
- A built-in progress tracker for your summit log
"I built this planner after years of climbing Colorado's 14ers and watching people struggle to figure out where to start. The recommended order takes into account difficulty, altitude, distance, and the skills you'll build along the way."
— Alex Derr, Founder of The Next Summit
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How It Works
Download the Planner
Enter your info above and you'll receive the spreadsheet instantly on the confirmation page and via email.
Pick Your Peaks
Browse the recommended progression. Start with Class 1 peaks near Denver and work your way up as your skills grow.
Plan & Prepare
Use the built-in links to read route guides, check weather, and review conditions before every climb.
Common Questions
What format is the planner?
It's a spreadsheet file (.xlsx) that works in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Apple Numbers, or any spreadsheet app. You can also save a copy to Google Drive.
What does "recommended order" mean?
The 58 peaks are sequenced from most beginner-friendly to most technical. The order accounts for class rating, altitude, distance, and the experience you'll accumulate along the way — so each climb prepares you for the next.
Is this really free?
Yes, completely free. After downloading, you'll also receive occasional mountain safety tips and resources from The Next Summit. You can unsubscribe anytime.
I'm a complete beginner. Is this useful for me?
Absolutely — it's built for you. The planner tells you exactly where to start and links to our How to Climb a 14er guide so you can learn the fundamentals before your first summit.
I've already climbed several 14ers. Will I still find value?
Yes. The progress tracker lets you log your completed peaks, and the resource links (weather forecasts, route guides, TNS articles) are useful for any active peak-bagger planning their next climbs.
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