If you’re looking for a pack that will not only get you through those long day hikes but a light overnight trip as well then the Osprey Kestral 38 may be just the ticket.  With features such as a top loading design with ample storage space, lightweight back panel designed for optimal airflow and an [...]

Distance: 9.8-11.4 miles RT (depending on trailhead) Elevation Gain: 4150′-5100′ Starting Elevation: 10,400′ Rating: Difficult Redcloud & Sunshine are 2 more of Colorado’s illustrious 14ers and since they are so close, they are generally hiked together. This makes for a rather long day hike with some good elevation gain but if you take a break [...]

Distance: 5.6-9.3 miles RT (depending on trailhead) Elevation Gain: 2750′-4450′ Starting Elevation: 11,600′ Rating: Difficult Another notorious Colorado 14er. Handies is not too difficult and can be reached from Lake City via the Alpine Loop to American Basin where the trailhead is. The American Basin area explodes with violet, orchid, crimson, canary yellow and fuchsia [...]

Distance: 7.6 miles RT Elevation Gain: 1929′ Starting Elevation: 10,200′ Rating: Moderate The trailhead starts a few miles before Lizard Head Pass off of highway 145 north of Rico, Colorado on the way to Telluride. You enter into the Lizard Head Wilderness area here and are able to access many other trails such as the [...]