Best Summit Hikes in Colorado

Best Summit Hikes in Colorado

Author: James Dziezynski

Publisher: Wilderness Press

Published: 2012-08-07

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 0899977138

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Colorado has 53 14ers, more than 600 13ers, and hundreds of other peaks that can be reached without special equipment or expertise. Numerous guides dryly catalog these trails, but Best Summit Hikes in Colorado stands out from them all. Author James Dziezynski has meticulously selected 80+ of the state's absolute best peaks in more than 50 superlative hikes, and his opinionated narrative brings each route to life. Each summit is included because of a notable feature--whether it's the site of a ghost mine or airplane wreckage, has thundering waterfalls or colorful floral meadows, is the best summit for spotting wildlife or bringing out-of-town friends, or is very accessible. Some peaks offer unique opportunities, such as a trailhead accessible only via a steam-powered railroad. Several summits are described in no other publication. Covering all Colorado's major mountain ranges, including the well-known Sangre De Cristo, Gore, Sawatch, Indian Peaks, and Maroon Bell wilderness areas to the lesser-known Grenadiers, Medicine Bow, and Outer San Juan peaks, this distinctive guide makes it easy to select exactly the right hike for the right day, the right mood, and the right companions.


Classic Colorado Hikes

Classic Colorado Hikes

Author: Jon Kedrowski

Publisher: Mountaineers Books

Published: 2022-05-15

Total Pages: 473

ISBN-13: 1937052834

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70 hikes and scrambles throughout Colorado’s nine most prominent mountain ranges Each hike highlights a lake destination. Scrambles may be a loop, a peak climb, or high-ridge traverse Tips for the trail, including gear and equipment, climbing classifications, weather and climate, and safety considerations This book is for anyone who seeks out the Colorado high-country hiking and scrambling experience. Dr. Jon Kedrowski has outlined and selected some of his favorite hikes to backcountry lakes (including places to swim in summer or ice skate in winter!). Some of the hikes are loops, meaning you will be able to return to the trailhead by a different trail. Then, an extra scrambling route--such as climbing a peak or following a high-ridge traverse from peak to peak--is suggested. Have you ever sat down for a snack break at a high mountain lake and wondered, "Can that peak be climbed?" Or, "I wonder if it’s possible to traverse that ridge"? This book answers those questions. Then, in the "Dr. Jon’s Extra Credit" sections, he dishes out even more options for creating your own adventures. Tap into your desire to be an explorer: grab this guidebook and a map and let your imagination run wild. Enjoy making your own adventures into some wild basins in the remote corners of Colorado!


100 Classic Hikes in Colorado, 3rd Edition

100 Classic Hikes in Colorado, 3rd Edition

Author: Scott Warren

Publisher: The Mountaineers Books

Published: 2012-11-14

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1594851247

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CLICK HERE to download three free hikes from 100 Classic Hikes in Colorado * full color, with lush trail maps * Coffee-table quality makes it a great gift for Colorado outdoor enthusiasts * These are the "classic" hikes to Colorado's most cherished landscapes and trails Colorado's most popular hiking guidebook includes 10 trails that didn't appear in previous editions, including Bear Peak, Lake Isabelle, Mount Falcon, Devil's Head, Red Rock Canyon, North Cheyenne Cañon, French Pass, Tater Heap Loop, Mosca Pass, and No Name Lake. Author Scott Warren is an exceptional outdoor photographer. And the hikes in this collection are shown off in all their natual glory. The tables of features will help you pick the best hike for your time, fitness level and interests.


100 Classic Hikes in Colorado

100 Classic Hikes in Colorado

Author: Scott S. Warren

Publisher:

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780898866520

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Fully detailed, best-selling hiking guides.These best of the best guides feature full-color photos and maps throughout.


Colorado's Indian Peaks

Colorado's Indian Peaks

Author: Gerry Roach

Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 9781555914042

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Located just south of Rocky Mountain National Park, this popular region is one of the most accessible hiking and climbing areas in the West. In this concise and fully up-to-date guidebook, Gerry Roach shares his firsthand knowledge and experience, offering readers a chance to explore some of Colorado's finest mountain trails. Photos & maps.


100 Classic Hikes: Utah

100 Classic Hikes: Utah

Author: Julie Trevelyan

Publisher: Mountaineers Books

Published: 2016-07-15

Total Pages: 598

ISBN-13: 1594859256

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• Only the best hikes selected from a state with an abundance of trail riches • Utah is a national destination for hikers • Hikes range from easy day hikes to more challenging backpacking trips 100 Classic Hikes: Utah expands Mountaineers Books' most popular hiking guidebook series. Like the other titles in the series, this new addition is coffee-table quality and makes a great gift for long-time Utah hikers, as well as for new arrivals and vacationers. Featuring full-color photographs and maps, 100 Classic Hikes: Utah covers the best and most popular hikes in the state, providing a range of trail options. The "Hikes at a Glance" table makes it simple to quickly find hike length, difficulty, when to go, and special highlights of the outing you seek. This is a full-state guidebook organized by region. The North Central region includes the Wasatch Mountains along with Antelope Island State Park, House Range, and Deseret Peak Wilderness Area, while the Northeast features the high Uintas, Bear River Range, Flaming Gorge, and Dinosaur National Monument. Southern Utah features many of the nation’s premier national parks and monuments. The Southeast region includes hikes around Moab, Arches National Park, Grand Gulch, Canyonlands National Park, Natural Bridges, and more. South Central covers Capitol Reef, Grand Staircase-Escalante, Kodachrome, Horseshoe Canyon unit of Canyonlands, and other areas. Finally, the famed Southwest part of the state features Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Zion National Park, Snow Canyon, and beyond.


Best Summit Hikes in Colorado

Best Summit Hikes in Colorado

Author: James Dziezynski

Publisher: Wilderness Press

Published: 2023-06-13

Total Pages: 395

ISBN-13: 1643590715

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Summit Colorado mountains by hiking to the peaks! In the Rocky Mountains, hikers can experience the adrenaline rush of a mountain climber! Let James Dziezynski guide you along 55 of Colorado’s top summit hikes. Conquer some of the most famous peaks (Longs), some of the toughest (Storm King), and some of the most remote (Lone Cone). The expert author leads you to countless breathtaking views, and his spirited descriptions reveal why each trip ranks among the very best. Now in full color, this inspiring guide covers all of Colorado’s major ranges, including Front, Sangre de Cristo, Sawatch, San Juan, Mosquito, and Tenmile. You’ll stand atop the highest mountain in the state; visit the ruins of a town flattened by an avalanche; hunt for fossilized seashells more than two miles above sea level; and enjoy countless scrambles, ridge walks, and traverses through Colorado’s stunning alpine scenery. Each hike includes: Topographic map with GPS waypoints and elevation profile Difficulty and class ratings tailored to Colorado’s unique terrain Optional routes for further exploration Fascinating trivia and history “There is so much of Colorado that is still wild and lonely, and James Dziezynski takes you there in this book. And because he has spent so much time figuring these trips out from a logistical standpoint, it’s an easy guidebook to follow. You have a guide whose passion for the high peaks makes the climb up even more enjoyable.” —Doug Schnitzspahn, Elevation Outdoors


100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina

100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina

Author: Joe Miller

Publisher: The Mountaineers Books

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9781594850547

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North Carolina's classic hikes are described in this guidebook to the state's best trails


Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park

Author: Gerry Roach

Publisher: Fulcrum Group

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13:

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Renowned mountaineer Gerry Roach's classic hiking guide to Rocky Mountain National Park.