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State Forest State ParkState Forest State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Jackson and Larimer counties east of Walden, Colorado. It is around 71,000 acres of forest, jagged peaks and alpine lakes.Facilities include a visitors' center, 187 campsites, over 60 dispersed camping sites, 15 cabins and yurts, picnic sites, boat ramps and 94 miles of hiking trails.
North Michigan Creek ReservoirNorth Michigan Reservoir is located at State Forest State Park in Jackson and Larimer counties just east of Walden. It provides easy access to fishing and hiking. If you’re looking for a place that can accommodate a wide variety of camping experiences and interests, North Michigan Reservoir Campground might be a great place for you.
Poudre CanyonThe Poudre Canyon is a narrow verdant canyon, approximately 40 mi long, on the upper Cache la Poudre River in Larimer County, Colorado in the United States. The canyon is a glacier-formed valley through the foothills of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains northwest of Fort Collins. The canyon was inhabited by Utes in the 19th century and was the site of trapping expeditions by early settlers.
Nokhu CragsNokhu Crags is an interesting outcropping of craggy spires located on the northern end of the Never Summer Mountain Range in northern Colorado.The rocks of the peak were formed as a sedimentary deposit millions of years ago in an ancient ocean basin. Today the mountain is a barren, almost treeless form, virtually devoid of vegetation. During the day, pika and mountain goats may be seen and heard on the steep slopes.
Braddock PeakBraddock Peak is one of the three mountains that frame the classic view on the south side of Cameron Pass. It is a popular peak for skiing and splitboarding. The summit of Braddock Peak provides stunning views of the south side of the Diamond Peaks. The mountain is highly accessible in the winter via the Lake Agnes Trail. The Nokhu Hut and Agnes Hut, managed by Never Summer Nordic, sit near the base of Braddock and provide shelter for overnight adventures in this area.
Watson MountainWatson Mountain is a mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountains in United States. A good trekking destination and also there are so many things to see and do here. It also offers beautiful views of this area andMount Watson is located in a subarctic climate zone with cold, snowy winters, and mild summers.
Owl MountainOwl Mountain is a peak in Colorado and has an elevation of 10951 feet. Set high within Routt National Forest, the road to the summit is totally unpaved.The area is famously known for its moose population. While traveling along in the area, keep an eye out for the giant creature. The road to the summit is very steep, hitting a 10% of maximum gradient through some of the ramps.
Mount MahlerMount Mahler is a mountain in the Never Summer Mountains in United States. Mahler's east ridge provides a challenging class 4 route over steep and sometimes loose terrain. Mahler's north face provides a relatively easy and monotonous class 2 slog up a long talus slope. Climbing Point 11,960 along with Mount Mahler would make an excellent loop hike. To do this, descend Mount Mahler to the west down the ridge.
Mount RichthofenMount Richthofen is the highest summit of the Never Summer Mountains range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. Today, the mountain is typically climbed from Lake Agnes to the north, easily reachable from Cameron Pass. The mountain is a steep Class 3 climb that often requires travel on steep scree slopes that are not very stable. The mountain was named in honor of pioneering German geologist Baron Ferdinand von Richthofen, apparently by Clarence King's 1870 survey team.
La Poudre Pass LakeLa Poudre Pass Lake is a stunning mountain lake located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. La Poudre Pass Lake is situated at an elevation of 11,000 feet, (over 3,100 meters) making it one of the highest lakes in Colorado. The lake is small, fed by small streams and springs, and it is located in the high mountain La Poudre Pass.
Mount CirrusThis mountain is located along the Continental Divide on the Western border of Rocky Mountain National Park. This is a unique mountain that is much darker in color than most of its neighbors. It is at the head of a wonderful basin, Hitchens Gulch, and is flanked on its North & East by high and rugged ridges. If one approaches Cirrus directly, they will pass a beautiful high alpine lake, Lake of the Clouds.
Roosevelt National ForestThe Roosevelt National Forest is a national forest located in north central Colorado. The forest encompasses a mountainous area of the foothills on the eastern side of the Continental Divide of the Front Range in Larimer County and Boulder County. In Larimer County it includes the upper valleys of the Cache la Poudre and Big Thompson Rivers. There are six officially designated wilderness areas lying within Roosevelt National Forest that are part of the National Wilderness Preservation System.
Lake of the CloudsA beautiful lake located in the heart of Grand county and is nestled high in the 58,000 acres of the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Take in the view of Lake of the Clouds, hundreds of feet below. Hikers seeking longer adventures will find over 80 miles of marked hiking trails provide enchanting scenery at every bend. You can have cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing and swimming and so more.
Never Summer MountainsThe Never Summer Mountains are a mountain range in the Rocky Mountains in north central Colorado in the United States consisting of seventeen named peaks. The range is small and tall, covering only 25 sq mi with a north-south length of 10 mi while rising to over 12,000 ft at over ten distinct peaks. panoramic view of the range is available from sections of Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park. One of the northernmost peaks, Nokhu Crags.
Lake JohnLake John is an isolated alpine lake and state wildlife area that offers visitors a peaceful opportunity to escape into nature. The lake offers boating, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor opportunities with an onsite resort open year round for continuous supplies and resources. It is a state wildlife area providing quality fishing for rain- bow and Snake River cutthroat trout.
Alpine Visitor CenterAlpine Visitor Center is located in the Rocky Mountain National Park, sitting at an elevation of 11,796 feet, it is the highest visitor center in the US National Park system. The center offers stunning views of the Rockies and features exhibits on the park's wildlife, geology, and history. Visitors can also take ranger-led hikes and learn about the park's land management practices.
Lake IreneLake Irene is a small picturesque subalpine lake with an easy 1.0 mile loop trail with little elevation change around its banks. It is one of the beautiful picnic location and also there are trekking ways and fishing is possible here.
Farview Curve ViewpointFarview Curve Overlook is the first roadside pullout and scenic viewpoint on Trail Ridge Road when traveling from the Kawuneeche Visitor Center near the western national park entrance and Grand Lake, Colorado. Enjoy sweeping views of the Kawnueeche Valley and the Never Summer Range from this spectacular overlook.
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Rawah WildernessRawah Wilderness is located on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District of the Roosevelt National Forest in Colorado. It encompasses 76,394 acres and includes 25 named lakes ranging in size from five to 39 acres. There are 85 miles of trails in the area and elevation ranges from 8,400 feet to 13,000 feet.