Colorado boasts the country’s highest concentration of peaks above 14,000ft – more than 50 in total – but in the east, the landscape flattens out into rolling grasslands which have their own special appeal. Whether you have your heart set on bagging a 'fourteener' or fancy a more gent...
Outstanding trails displaying southern Colorado's best floral extravaganzas are featured in Volume 3 of Westcliffe Publisher's popular series.Pamela D. Irwin
12 Epic Day Hikes in Zermatt (+ Trail Stats, Photos & Map) JulieLast updated: May 22, 2024Switzerland1 Comment One of the best ways to explore Zermatt is on foot. Hiking trails climb high into the mountains above Zermatt, past Swiss hamlets, through scenic valleys and rocky gorges, and...
Don’t let the name fool you, the start and endpoints of the Lost Man’s Loop hike are actually a few miles apart. This is a relatively tricky 9-mile hike that takes the best part of an afternoon, however, it’s truly beautiful. And one of my favourite places to hike in Colorado....
Whether you’re looking to climb a fourteener or take a walk in the park, you can find a wide variety of hikes in Colorado Springs.
Day Hikes Near Denver helps you and your family quickly find Colorado hikes and get out on the trail. Enjoy the best trails and hiking in Colorado!
No matter what you're looking for, you can find a diverse range of the best hiking trails in Colorado to suit your needs. Explore one of 1,744 family-friendly hikes for a sunny weekend. Check out 426 wheelchair-friendly trails with helpful accessibility guidance. Plan your next outdoor ...
Eli Bernstein is Backpacker’s senior gear editor, originally hailing from New Rochelle, NY. He climbed Uncompahgre Peak on his first backpacking trip after moving to Colorado, and that four-day circuit remains his favorite hike. (Photo: “Sleeping Giant State Park” by Bob P. B. is licensed...
Hikes atSmith Rock State Parkvary in length and difficulty, but they all offer beautiful views of the Central Oregon landscape. Many visitors come to Smith Rock for climbing, and the park offers hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails. You may spot golden eagles, prairie falcons, river...
the school’s location is ideal for outdoor recreation. Golden is 13 miles from the state capital of Denver and lies in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, where students can bike, hike and climb. The campus also has a climbing wall for students to test their skills before attempting the...