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Bard PeakBard Peak is a high and prominent mountain summit in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. The 13,647-foot thirteener is located in Arapaho National Forest, 4.5 miles west-northwest of the Town of Silver Plume in Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States.
Engelmann PeakEngelmann Peak is a high mountain summit in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. The 13,368-foot thirteener is located in Arapaho National Forest, 6.3 miles west by south of the Town of Empire in Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States.
Mount BethelA majestic pyramid-shaped mountain one sees on the North side of I-70 (when westbound) a few miles before coming to Eisenhower Tunnel which goes under the Continental Divide in Colorado. It has a very large avalanche chute on its South side and snow fences on the West side. A good trekking destination and also there are so many things to see.
Mount SniktauMount Sniktau is a high mountain summit in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. It is a popular outing for those starting to cut their teeth on winter summit attempts in the Colordo highcountry. Ready access from Loveland Pass via US Hwy 6 makes reaching the summit of the peak a relatively short and painless jaunt in any season. Very near to Denver, Sniktau is a common destination for locals and visitors alike.
Butler GulchButler Gulch is a non-motorized winter playground. The proximity to the Denver area makes Butler Gulch popular with snowshoers, cross country skiers, and backcountry skiers. The quick approach and open bowls is great for skiers new to the backcountry and trying to get a feel for the sport. The main skin track up the Gulch allows for efficient access to the lines on Butler Gulch West and the Butler Bowl
Herman LakeHerman Lake is located just north of Othello. This mixed species fishery offers good fishing for Rainbow Trout and warmwater species. It is one of the iconic location which was in the foothill of a mountain and is a good location for a picnic.
Jones Pass Jones Pass is a 12,454 foot mountain pass along the Great Continental Divide by Empire, CO. It can be reached via a 7 mile out and back road in the beautiful Arapaho National Forest, and is accessible to most vehicles with decent ground clearance. t is one of the iconic location with beautiful views and also there are so many things to do.
Grays And Torreys TrailheadDiscover this 13.4-km out-and-back trail near Dillon, Colorado. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 52 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
Loveland Ski AreaA wonderful ski area area in the western United States, located near the town of Georgetown, Colorado. Located at the eastern portal of the Eisenhower Tunnel, Loveland is within the Arapahoe National Forest. It is one of the closest ski areas to the Denver metropolitan area and Front Range corridor, making it popular with locals. It is generally regarded as the closest major ski area open to the Denver market. Due to its lack of on-site lodging.
Loveland PassLoveland Pass is a high mountain pass located on the Continental Divide, west of Denver, in the Arapaho National Forest. It is one of the most popular routes for climbers and hikers in Colorado. The peak of the pass is at an elevation of 12,600 feet. The pass gets its name from its close proximity to the town of Loveland, Colorado. The pass is also a popular winter recreation area, with several ski resorts located nearby.
Jones PassJones Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.804m (12,480ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary between Clear Creek and Grand counties, in the U.S. state of Colorado. The road to the summit has a relatively good road surface given the high altitude at pass. It's one of the highest roads of Colorado.
Continental Divide TrailThe Continental Divide National Scenic Trail is much more than just a line on a map: it is a living museum of the American West, a place to reconnect with nature, and a unifying force bringing people of all walks of life together.It is a trail that will make use of all the skills of an experienced backpacker. It is also a trail that is beautiful, stunning and perhaps the most rewarding of the major long-distance hiking trails."
George Rowe MuseumA beautiful msueum that shows life from the late 1800s through early 1920s. This five room Romanesque designed brick schoolhouse educated the community until it closed in 1959. Ore carts and other mining artifacts highlight the town's rich mining history while a restored 19th century school room provides a glimpse into the past.
Hagar MountainHager Mountain is a volcanic peak in Oregon in the northwest corner of the Basin and Range Province. Hager Mountain and the surrounding area host a wide variety of wildlife. The middle and lower slopes of Hager Mountain are covered in a pine forest with an understory dominated by low sagebrush. Recreational opportunities include hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, hunting, camping, and photography.
Torreys PeakTorreys Peak is a mountain in the Front Range region of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. It is one of 53 fourteeners in Colorado.There are three main trails used to reach the summit. The first is actually a continuation of Grays Peak Trail to the summit of Grays Peak, which starts in Stevens Gulch.
Silver PlumeThis is a former mining town tucked in a narrow canyon at over 9,000 feet. Silver Plume has a very rich history. That history can be viewed by the general public either at the George Rowe Museum, which is in the original school house of the town, or by walking the 7:30 Mine Trail, which gives the individual a grand view of the Silver Plume valley and the town nestled at its base. The town is part of the Georgetown-Silver Plume National Historic District.
Grizzly PeakGrizzly Peak is a high mountain summit in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. It is a challenging 5-mile hike from Loveland Pass that ends with a scramble to its craggy 13,427′ summit with breathtaking views of the Loveland Pass area, local ski resorts, and 14ers Grays and Torreys Peaks.
Golden Bear PeakGolden Bear Peak is a mountain in the Front Range in United States. he east and south slopes of the peak are located within the ski area. The northeast bowls connecting Golden Bear to Hagar are outside of the ski area. The Northeast Bowl, described here, is accessed from Dry Gulch. A great day can be had combining a route on Hagar or Citadel with Golden Bear.
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Mount ParnassusMount Parnassus is a mountain of limestone in central Greece. It is north of the Gulf of Corinth. According to Greek mythology, this mountain was sacred to Apollo and the home of the Muses.In peace, it offers scenic views of the countryside, being a major international recreational site, with views of montane landscapes. Economically its rolling foothills and valleys host extensive groves of olive, a cash crop marketed world-wide since prehistory.