Grays Peak and Torreys Peak are a pair of heavily trafficked 14ers located about an hour from the Denver area. Hiking Grays Peak and Torreys Peak are an easier pair of “14ers” when comparing them to many others in the state but still require a high fitness level and experience at high elevation. The popular pair of…
Missouri Lake & Fancy Lake loop is arguably the most popular trail in the Holy Cross Wilderness besides 14er Mt of the Holy Cross. This stunning 9 or 13 mile loop travels by many high elevation lakes, up two mountain passes (Missouri Pass & Fancy Pass) and is a popular spot for hiking, trail running,…
The Fly hike takes you to the summit of a12,000 foot peak located in the rugged Gore Range of Central Colorado. This hike is accessed via the Booth Lake trail in the Eagles Nest Wilderness in Vail, Colorado. There is no defined trail up to this infrequently hiked mountain, so once you reach Booth…
When I hit the trail, I need a sock that is light, breathable and it never hurts to have a sweet design on them. Meet the Yo Colorado Blue Flag Mountain Socks. My trip to The Fly involved a night of camping where I generally only bring one pair of socks (I know its gross,…
Mt Falcon Park is located just minutes away from many Denver suburbs and is a popular hiking, running and biking spot year round. When you eventually do get into the park, you feel as though you are in the middle of a national forest not just minutes away from several neighborhoods. This is an easy…
Pikes Peak via Barr Trail is a popular route up the highest mountain in the southern Front Range of Colorado. The famous 14er can be climbed using two different trails; the popular Barr trail or Crags Campground trail. The mountain has a road and cog railroad that also provide access to the beautiful mountain….