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Mt Olympus Utah
Mt Olympus Utah Hike Guide

Mt Olympus Utah Hike Guide

July 13, 2024 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

Mt Olympus is a 9,000ft peak located just outside of Salt Lake City on the North side of Big Cottonwood Canyon. The trail to the summit is easy to follow but gains over 4,000ft of elevation in just under 4 miles and ends with some Class 3 scrambling near the summit. Views on top…

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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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