The Forgotten Valley is a popular out and back trail located in Golden Canyon State Park. The trail brings you into Forgotten Valley which is home of the Tallman Homestead. This hike is a quick, but provides a unique look at some very old buildings and is great for kids. The views on the…
Tabeguache Peak is a “14er” located near the town of Salida, Colorado. This peak involves over 5,000 ft of elevation gain in just 5.5 miles and is commonly paired with neighboring Mt Shavano. This moderate to difficult hike has outstanding views from the summit in almost all directions. The summit of the mountain is very…
Quandary Peak is a “14er” located about 15 minutes outside of Breckenridge, Colorado. The distance to the summit is relatively short, but don’t let the lack of miles fool you, this hike is not a piece of cake. Due to its proximity to the popular ski town of Breckenridge, it is a heavily trafficked…
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. This stunning 13 mile loop travels by many high elevation lakes, up two mountain passes (Missouri Pass & Fancy Pass) and is a popular spot for camping. The Missouri Lake & Fancy Lake loop also provides an opportunity…
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…