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Wheeler Geologic Area Hike Pictures
Wheeler Geologic Area Hike Guide

Wheeler Geologic Area Hike Guide

July 9, 2024 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

Wheeler Geologic Area is a hidden gem located in the San Juan Mountains of Southern Colorado. The approach to start this trail is a long hike or an even longer 4×4 drive. Hikers will be greeted with a steep trail that leads up to Hoodoos which are quite rare in Colorado, especially organized in…

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Mt Massive East Slopes Hike Pictures
Mt Massive East Slopes Hike Guide

Mt Massive East Slopes Hike Guide

July 8, 2024 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 1 comment

Mt Massive East slopes is the “standard” trail up the 2nd highest 14er in Colorado. This mountain is just 4ft lower than the highest in Colorado but sees far less traffic because let’s be honest, people don’t care as much as about 2nd place. Mt Massive East slopes route is Class 2, dog friendly…

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Phoenix Peak Colorado
Phoenix Peak Colorado Hike Guide

Phoenix Peak Colorado Hike Guide

June 24, 2024 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 1 comment

Phoenix Peak, previously named UN 13,895, is a 13er and centennial (highest 100 peak) in Colorado. Located in the San Juan Mountains, this hike consists of mostly off trail hiking with lots of navigation required. Although there are multiple ways to gain the summit, the most popular is from the South/West slopes. Be prepared…

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Devil's Causeway Lost Lakes Loop Hike
Devil’s Causeway, Lost Lakes Loop Hike Guide

Devil’s Causeway, Lost Lakes Loop Hike Guide

June 17, 2024 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

The Devil’s Causeway, Lost Lakes, Chinese Wall loop is a fantastic spot to trail run, hike or backpack in Northern Colorado. Located in the Flat Tops Wilderness, this trail is even better during wildflower season since the ground is painted in all colors of the rainbow. This is a popular spot for a short…

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Tunnel Falls Hike Pictures
Tunnel Falls Oregon Hike Guide

Tunnel Falls Oregon Hike Guide

June 10, 2024 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

Tunnel Falls is a popular waterfall hike located in the Columbia River Gorge of Oregon. The hike follows the Eagle Creek trail and passes many beautiful cascades and waterfalls before reaching one of the most unique waterfalls in Oregon. The name of this hike comes from the actual tunnel that hikers travel through to…

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Trail of Ten Falls Hike Pictures
Trail of Ten Falls Oregon Hike Guide

Trail of Ten Falls Oregon Hike Guide

June 3, 2024 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

Trail of Ten Falls is an extremely popular hike located in Silver Falls State Park in Northern Oregon. The hike features ten waterfalls and cascades including popular North Falls and South Falls which you can walk underneath. This hike is great April – October and suitable for hikers of all levels. As of 2023,…

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