When you think of the southwest, what comes to mind? Desert-like, dry cactus ridden trails? Well, think again. Although there are trails like that in this part of Colorado, we are much more diverse and our trails can range from rugged to gentle. I think of Durango as an anchor for southwest Colorado and the [...]
Do you have your sights set on bagging a Colorado fourteener this summer? Maybe you’ve read that it’s a challenging outdoor pursuit or maybe you just want to stand on top of a 14,000 foot peak. There are a few things to consider before you take up this Colorado hiking tradition. First and foremost, keep [...]
I don’t know about you but I can’t wait to hit the trail! This is a tough time of year, waiting to get into the high country without having to lug any extra equipment along. I’m primarily a day hiker so my favorite season is coming up. Most of my favorite hikes are above 8,000 [...]
Distance: 8.4-10.6 miles RT (the shorter distance is from 4wd road) Elevation Gain: 3100′-3600′Starting Elevation: 9,200′ Rating: Moderate to Difficult Notes: Pay close attention when driving to the trailhead and continue past the Bachelor/Syracuse mine tour sign. We made the mistake of turning left when you see the mine tour sign. The name is intriguing [...]