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How to Hike your First 14’er: Tips, Tricks and What Not to Do

How to Hike your First 14’er: Tips, Tricks and What Not to Do

Hiking your first 14'er is a milestone experience that requires some planning and preparation to be successful at the summit. Please note that you may see affiliate links in this post that help me earn a small commission at no cost to you when you click and make a...

10 Rocky Mountain National Park Attractions You Can’t-Miss

10 Rocky Mountain National Park Attractions You Can’t-Miss

When you visit Rocky Mountain National Park, commit to following all park rules, getting any needed permits, and keeping a distance from wildlife. I think you'll have the time of your life hiking, climbing, and exploring this park! Please note that this post may...

Best Spring Hikes for Wildflowers Around the US

Best Spring Hikes for Wildflowers Around the US

Fancy finding yourself in an enchanted meadow of colorful springtime blooms? I'm sharing the best hikes to reach wildflowers below, but want to disclose that this post includes affiliate links. These are products I believe in, and when you make a purchase through...

Best Hike in Western Colorado’s Mcinnis Canyon: Rattlesnake Arches

Best Hike in Western Colorado’s Mcinnis Canyon: Rattlesnake Arches

You've never experienced anything quite like Rattlesnake Arches—surrounded by sandstone arches, monoliths, and rugged canyons, it's a truly otherworldly landscape that makes it the best hike in Western Colorado. Please note that this post may include affiliate links...

Hiking Colorado’s Tallest 14’er: Mount Elbert in the Snow

Hiking Colorado’s Tallest 14’er: Mount Elbert in the Snow

If you're looking for a challenge in Colorado's beautifully secluded wilderness, Mount Elbert should be your choice. Before I share about my experience, I want to let you know that I may place affiliate links in this post. If you click on any to make a purchase, you...

Colorado’s Best Spring Hikes for Wildflowers

Colorado’s Best Spring Hikes for Wildflowers

Colorado's wildflower game is strong, and if you enjoy hiking to reach views and meadows that reward your efforts, you're going to love these wildflower hikes in springtime! Full disclosure: I may include affiliate links in this post that help me earn a small...

How to Hike your First 14’er: Tips, Tricks and What Not to Do

Solo Backpacking Longs Peak – Rocky Mountain National Park

I had just barely left 2.5 weeks of bagging peaks, riding mountain bikes and walking in the woods in Crested Butte with two amazing friends. With three great training hikes in my pocket, I was determined not to leave Colorado without hiking a 14’er, and Longs Peak was...

Hiking Gothic Mountain, Crested Butte Colorado

Hiking Gothic Mountain, Crested Butte Colorado

Gothic Mountain was such a memorable part of my recent Colorado trip that I couldn't wait to share my experiences with you all. You may come across affiliate links in this post that help me generate a small commission from any purchase you make at no cost to you. It...

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