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Hiking Mount Bierstadt

September 5, 2017 By Traci Canestrale Leave a Comment

Hiking Mount Bierstadt

Mount Bierstadt is considered one of the most accessible 14ers in Colorado, nearby Denver and well maintained, but that doesn’t mean it’s a stroll in the park. You’ll climb over 2,700′ over the course of just over three miles, including a boulder scramble up the final stretch to the peak. The trail from Guanella Pass […]

Filed Under: Trail Guides Tagged With: 14er, 6-8 miles, Colorado, dog-friendly, Mt Evans Wilderness, out of bounds, Six-Pack of Peaks

Hiking Grays Peak

August 29, 2017 By Jeff H 10 Comments

Hiking Grays Peak in the Colorado Rockies

At 14,270′, Grays Peak is one of only two fourteeners that actually sits on the Continental Divide. The ninth-highest mountain in Colorado has a well-defined trail to the summit and its proximity to the slightly lower Torreys Peak (14,267′) make this a popular mountain destination, especially on summer weekends, so start your hike early. We […]

Filed Under: Trail Guides Tagged With: 14er, 8-10 miles, Arapaho National Forest, Colorado, Continental Divide, dog-friendly, out of bounds, peakbagging, Six-Pack of Peaks, strenuous

Hiking Horseshoe Mountain

August 24, 2017 By Jeff H 6 Comments

Hiking Horseshoe Mountain in the Colorado Rockies

Horseshoe Mountain scrapes the clouds at 13,898′ – just shy of being a 14er. Even so, the glacier carved cirque remains one of Colorado’s 100 tallest mountains, and the views are coveted by peak baggers. Just west of Fairplay, Horseshoe Mountain straddles Park and Lake County and is dotted with abandoned mines. Epic views, fascinating geology, […]

Filed Under: Trail Guides Tagged With: 13er, 6-8 miles, Colorado, dog-friendly, out of bounds, Pike National Forest, Six-Pack of Peaks, strenuous

Hiking Birthday Peak

August 19, 2017 By Jeff H Leave a Comment

Hiking Birthday Peak in the Collegiate Wilderness

Birthday Peak is in the 12er family. At 12,730 feet, it sees less foot traffic than its taller cousins, which means you’ll have more solitude but still have epic views of the surrounding mountains in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness. This hike requires some additional navigation skills and includes a fun boulder scramble to the summit. If […]

Filed Under: Trail Guides Tagged With: 8-10 miles, Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, Colorado, Continental Divide, dog-friendly, out of bounds, Six-Pack of Peaks, strenuous

Hiking Rocky Mountain via the Manitou Incline

August 18, 2017 By Jeff H 4 Comments

Hike Rocky Mountain via Manitou Incline

Yes, Rocky Mountain is an actual mountain. Located in Manitou Springs, Colorado, this 9,250′ peak is often overshadowed by the trail that climbs it: the famous Manitou Incline. This route forms a loop that ascends the incline, but then continues climbing to the little-traveled summit of Rocky Mountain before descending via the gentler grade of the […]

Filed Under: Trail Guides Tagged With: 6-8 miles, Colorado, dog-friendly, hiking, out of bounds, peakbagging, Six-Pack of Peaks, strenuous

Hiking to Bergen Peak

August 14, 2017 By Jeff H 2 Comments

Hike to Bergen Peak

Bergen Peak in the Jefferson County Open Space is a short 30 minutes from Denver. At an elevation of 9,708′ it provides a good view of Mount Evans to the west, as well as a good portion of the front range. The trail is well-maintained and well-marked, yet climbs nearly to 10,000′. It’s the perfect […]

Filed Under: Trail Guides Tagged With: 8-10 miles, Colorado, dog-friendly, moderate, out of bounds, peakbagging, Six-Pack of Peaks

Six Tips for a Successful Solo Road Trip

March 7, 2016 By Bethany Hester 8 Comments

Six Tips for a Successful Solo Road Trip

One of the most challenging and rewarding experiences you can have is taking a solo road trip.  It’s a time for reflection and introspection. It’s a time with no distractions and only the road ahead of you.  Just put on an epic playlist and watch the terrain change as you head on to your next destination. This past […]

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: Arizona, Colorado, FYP, National Park, road trip, Utah

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