James Peak is a 13er located above St. Mary’s Glacier in the Front Range of Colorado. James Peak is a “13er” (summit over 13,000 feet) and is a great hike for the beginner hiker looking to get into more serious hikes. James Peak provides fantastic summit views of the Front Range and continental divide…
Garden of the Gods hiking is not difficult or terribly long, but this extremely popular spot is absolutely worth a visit. Garden of the Gods is a small park sitting right outside of Colorado Springs at the base of Pike’s Peak. This beautiful park is frequented by visitors from Colorado and out of state…
St Mary’s Glacier itself is actually no longer a glacier but rather year round snow-pack and extremely popular hike in the Front Range of Colorado. Many people who hike St Mary’s Glacier enjoy beautiful St Mary’s Lake which sits below the “glacier”. This popular hike is a quick 20 minute drive off I-70 and…
Hanging Lake is a short but steep out and back hike located right off I-70 near Glenwood Springs. This world famous hike is short but I would not consider it an “easy” hike for the beginner hiker or small child. Hanging Lake has formed its own ecosystem over hundreds of years and is certainly…
A Mt Bierstadt Winter hike is more difficult than the easier version up to the summit in the summer months. This popular mountain is accessed by Guanella Pass and is a great opportunity for an intermediate hiker looking to climb a “14er” in the winter. This route is longer than the summer version by about…
Beaver Creek Resort Colorado Review Beaver Creek Website: http://www.beavercreek.com/ Beaver Creek Trail Map Rating: ★★★★ (4/5 Stars) Summary: Beaver Creek Resort is a beautiful mountain located about 2 hours from the Denver area. Beaver Creek offers a lot of beginner and intermediate terrain with the option to kick it up a notch if you are looking to challenge…