Longs Peak is the undisputed queen of the Front Range, rising high above the northern Colorado rocky mountains. This fourteener isn't a mountain to be trifled with; More people have died climbing Longs Peak than any other mountain in Colorado.Longs Peak is not the most difficult peak, but it tends to attract climbers unprepared for its exposed cliff faces, fierce weather conditions, and the length and difficulty of the overall route. If you aren't starting around 2-3am, you likely are not giving yourself enough time to reach the summit and get down again before lightning becomes a hazard.Knowledge is Power!