Mt Elbert Black Cloud trail is, in my opinion, the hardest way up Colorado’s highest peak. The hike starts off Independence Pass just outside of Twin Lakes, Colorado and gains thousands of feet of elevation in the first 3 miles. Once on the ridge, hikers are left exposed to the elements for another mile…
Columbine Lake is a stunningly blue high alpine lake located in the San Juan Mountains of Southern Colorado. The hike starts just outside of Silverton and brings hikers to a Gatorade colored lake surrounded by rugged mountain tops. The trail starts off Highway 550 and jets up into the high alpine above the valley…
Lost Lake is one of many of the namesake located in Colorado but this guide will focus on the one located just outside of Silverthorne, Colorado on the East side of the Gore Range. This hike is accessed via the Brush Creek trail and is a great spot to hike or trail run during…
Mount Saint Helens is an extremely popular volcano located in Southern Washington. At 8,300ft in elevation, this active volcano is a great spot to practice some mountaineering skills in a relatively low risk environment. In order to hike Mount Saint Helens, a permit/reservation is required. During Winter, Spring and early Summer months, most hikers…
Mount Adams is the 2nd highest mountain in Washington behind 14er Mt Rainier. Although most people attempt Mt Adams in multiple days, it can absolutely be done in one very long day. This is a popular mountain to ski or board down since, when timed right, one could ride over 7,000ft of continuous snow…
Martha Couloir is a mixed snow/ice/rock couloir located on Mt Lady Washington in Rocky Mountain National Park. This couloir is a classic due to the great climbing and aesthetically pleasing look that it has. The line itself is only about 700-800 vertical feet but at times is extremely narrow, only allowing for one climber…