ALERT - THE NATIONAL FOREST SERVICE HAS CLOSED THE MAJORITY OF LANDS IN THE ROOSEVELT AND ARAPAHO NATIONAL FORESTS IN THE FRONT RANGE DUE TO EXTREME FIRE DANGER. ROADS AND TRAILS ARE CLOSED UNTIL NOVEMBER 15TH OR UNTIL THE ORDER IS LIFTED.
FOR THE CLOSURE ORDER AND MAP OF THE CLOSED AREAS CLICK HERE OR VISIT THIS LINK: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd831610.pdf
BE SAFE HIKERS! STAY OUT OF THE FRONT RANGE NATIONAL FORESTS!
FOR THE CLOSURE ORDER AND MAP OF THE CLOSED AREAS CLICK HERE OR VISIT THIS LINK: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd831610.pdf
BE SAFE HIKERS! STAY OUT OF THE FRONT RANGE NATIONAL FORESTS!
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ALERT - ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO EXTREME FIRE DANGER
FOR MORE INFO SEE: www.nps.gov/romo
FOR MORE INFO SEE: www.nps.gov/romo
SEARCH THE SITELATEST SITE UPDATESUnfortunately, my family and I have caught COVID-19 while on a family vacation outside of Colorado. Due to quarantine and recovery there will likely be no fall season hike updates this year, at least until mid-October. Please see the Featured Hikes section for fall color hiking suggestions. Stay safe and healthy Colorado! - Steve
September 25, 2020
Lyle Lake, Holy Cross Wilderness, White River National Forest, Sawatch Range (3 mi (RT); 1,000 ft elevation gain)
September 24, 2020
Hornbeck Wildlife Loop, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument (3.7 mi (RT); 700 ft elevation gain)
September 19, 2020
Bristlecone Pine Scenic Area / Windy Ridge, Pike National Forest, Mosquito Range (2 mi (RT); 350 ft elevation gain)
August 28, 2020
Boreas Mountain 13,082 ft, White River & Pike National Forests, Front Range (5.8 mi (RT); 1,900 ft elevation gain)
Black Powder Pass, White River National Forest, Front Range (2.8 mi (RT); 700 ft elevation gain)
August 19, 2020
Schubarth Spur Trail, Rampart Reservoir Recreation Area, Pike National Forest, Front Range (2.5 mi (RT); 700 ft elevation gain)
August 16, 2020
Aspen Nature Trail, Vega State Park, Grand Mesa Area (1.6 mi (RT); 260 ft elevation gain)
August 10, 2020NEW REGION ADDED - GRAND MESA
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FEATURED HIKES: FALL COLORS 2020Fall is always a highlight of the hiking season. The incredible beauty of colorful tundra and golden aspen trees makes any outdoor experience even more vivid. Here are a few suggestions for amazing fall colors. For more suggestions visit the Fall Colors Page. Enjoy!
Acorn Creek Trail, Ptarmigan Peak Wilderness, White River National Forest, Front Range (6.8 mi (RT); 2,900 ft elevation gain)
Meridian Trail, Mt. Evans Wilderness, Pike National Forest, Front Range (6 mi (RT); 1,700 ft elevation gain)
Anthracite Pass, Raggeds Wilderness, White River National Forest, Elk Mountains (7.5 mi (RT); 2,400 ft elevation gain)
Rutherford Trail to Silver Dale, Georgetown Silver Plume Historic District Public Lands, Clear Creek County, Front Range (3.4 mi (RT); 1,000 ft elevation gain)
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COLORADO HIKING NEWS
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September 20, 2019 - New State Park at Fishers Peak to Open in 2021 - Fishers Peak is an iconic landmark towering over Trinidad Colorado that has always been just out of reach for most Colorado hikers. However, Gov. Polis has declared that the area will be the newest Colorado State Park and open to the public by 2021. Click here for an article from The Denver Channel.