Colorado Trail Segment 6 is the longest segment of the entire CT at just under 33 miles. This is also the first segment where hikers will frequently encounter pockets of snow deep into June and sometimes July. Segment 6 starts at Kenosha Pass and ends at Gold Hill trailhead just outside of Breckenridge. Segment…
Ubon 15 Degree Sleeping Bag Review Overnight camping is all about balancing comfort with weight in your bag and a sleeping bag is one of the big three pieces of gear (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad) its key to get right. I have been using the same sleeping bag for years and have never…
Mt Massive via the Southwest slopes is an alternative route up the second highest mountain in Colorado. At 14,429ft., this 14er has several routes up to the summit but the southwest slopes is the shortest route and in my opinion, the most beautiful. Hiking consists of class 2 hiking and is recommended for hikers…
Colorado Trail Segment 5 is by far the most pretty of the first 5 segments of the 485 trail. Segment 5 is 14.6 miles long with 1,858 feet of elevation gain. The segment is mostly through open fields, rolling hills and ends on beautiful Kenosha Pass which is littered with Aspen Trees. As of…
Mt Shavano & Tabeguache Peak are a pair of 14ers located in central Colorado. The two 14,000ft mountains are a great option for hikers looking to step their 14er hiking game up a bit as they are not an easy hike but not technically difficult either. While the hike is only 11 miles, the…
Colorado Trail Segment 4 is by far the most pretty of the first 4 segments while working through 16.6 miles of hiking and 3,330 feet of elevation gain. The segment starts off with a large climb on miles 3-7, works through a beautiful 5 mile field with endless views and ends in a valley…