Matthews Winters Park is an open space park located in Morrison, Colorado. This park is frequented by mountain bikers, runners, hikers and dogs. This popular open space has trails that consist mostly of packed dirt and can get muddy during the winter and spring months. Even though the park map shows “black diamond” trails,…
Copper Mountain Resort Review Copper Mountain Resort Website: http://www.coppercolorado.com/winter Trail Map Rating: ★★★★ (4/5 Stars) Summary: If you have driven on I-70 past Dillon, you have probably seen Copper Mountain on your travels. Located in the heart of Summit County, Copper is a great alternative to the other “epic” mountains in the area. Copper is composed…
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…
