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    • U.S. 40, Colorado

      Parry Peak

      11.82 mi / 4209 ft gain
      The trek to Parry Peak crosses three other peaks (Colorado Mines Peak, Mt. Flora, and Mt. Eva) along the Rocky Mountains. Begin your hike around sunrise as inclement weather often rolls in during the late afternoon. The trail is extremely rocky and steep.  From the Berthoud Pass parking lot, fol...
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    • Berthoud Pass Parking Lot, Colorado

      Mount Flora

      5.0
      6.29 mi / 1788 ft gain
      Colorado’s Rocky Mountains offer hikes of all lengths, sizes and difficulties. Mt. Flora stands at a lofty 13,146 ft and is a great intro to climbing peaks in Colorado. Roundtrip, this hike is 6.3 miles and will take you (in the summer) through fields of alpine wildflowers as you climb into Color...
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    • Berthoud Pass, Colorado

      Ski or Snowboard Berthoud Pass Colorado

      Berthoud Pass is 55 miles from Denver making it one of the closest places to get out and backcountry tour in the winter. At 11,370 Berthoud Pass crosses the continental divide. From the top of the pass you can do shuttle runs down the south side of the pass. Or, you can venture on the East or Wes...
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    • Nederland, Colorado

      Climb the Avalon Crag in Boulder Canyon

      From Boulder, the pullout that is best to park at for the Avalon crag is 8.4 miles up the canyon. You will walk down the side of the road past the talus field, where if the river is too high to wade you can use the tyrolean traverse. Otherwise, you can wade or hop across rocks according to the da...
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    • Nederland, Colorado

      Upper Diamond Lake via Fourth of July Trailhead

      4.8
      8.12 mi / 2037 ft gain
      The trail begins at the 4th of July trailhead, which is located near the Eldora ski area and can be crowded during the summer and weekends. The road is rough in places but passable by any car when dry. From the parking area begin hiking the Arapaho pass trail, which will gently gain elevation thr...
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    • Boulder, Colorado

      Rock Climb Supremacy Rock in Eldorado Canyon

      5.0
      This is a great spot for beginner climbers, as long as you have an experienced climber with you to anchor the top rope and belay you. It is in a beautiful state park, Eldorado Canyon, in Boulder, Colorado. This canyon is famous for rock climbing and attracts climbers from around the country. Many...
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    • Nederland, Colorado

      Hike to Arapaho Pass and Lake Dorothy

      4.3
      7.5 mi / 2080 ft gain
      Begin by parking at the 4th of July trailhead. This can be reached by conituing past the Eldora ski area and up a rough but passable (for all vehicles) gravel road to the trailhead. The trail is easy to find, and will continue to rise for the next 1.15 miles.At just over a mile there is a fork fo...
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    • Nederland, Colorado

      Hike South Araphaho Peak

      5.0
      8 mi / 2533 ft gain
      Start your hike at the 4th of July Trailhead, just outside of Eldora, CO. From the trailhead at the north end of the parking lot, steadily climb through the trees until a junction at 1 mile. Take the right fork towards Arapaho pass.You'll start to climb above treeline, with spectacular views of t...
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    • Nederland, Colorado

      Backpack to Caribou Lake

      4.0
      8.2 mi
      This is one of the most beautiful hikes I have ever done in Colorado. It is a great trip for photographers, fisherman or anyone who enjoys mountain views, forests filled with wildlife and peaceful meadows. Distances: Arapaho Pass: 3.2 miles, Caribou Lake: 4.2 miles, Caribou Pass: 6.4 miles, Meado...
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    • Nederland, Colorado

      Hike the Arapaho Traverse

      8.3 mi / 3500 ft gain
      Begin at the Fourth of July Trailhead.  Day parking is free and overnight parking is $5.  Fourth of July is a popular trailhead and to ensure parking, you should arrive early in the morning (6am-ish... cause, I mean, you gotta 7 hour day in front of you). Follow the Fourth of July trail from the ...
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    • Nederland, Colorado

      Hike to Diamond Lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness

      5.0
      5.7 mi / 1361 ft gain
      Diamond Lake is located in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. This is a super popular destination, so make sure you arrive early to get a parking spot (and be sure to follow all parking rules, they do give out tickets at this trailhead and others nearby). The drive to the trailhead is about 4 miles dow...
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    • Boulder, Colorado

      Rattlesnake Gulch Trail

      3.49 mi / 1093 ft gain
      Rattlesnake Gulch Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Eldorado Springs, Colorado.
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    • Boulder, Colorado

      Hike the Rattlesnake Gulch Trail

      4.3
      5.3 mi / 1304 ft gain
      Rattlesnake Gulch Trail is located in Eldorado Canyon State Park. It is a short 20 minute drive from Boulder and is one of three hikes in the park. You will need to pay an entrance fee to get inside to the park which costs $8. The trail is approximately 2.8 miles one way and carries a consistent ...
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    • Golden, Colorado

      Hike Lookout Mountain

      2.3 mi / 675 ft gain
      Begin hiking up a trail into the forest which eventually opens up into several beautiful spots that look down into the canyon below.
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    • Nederland, Colorado

      Climb in Boulder Canyon

      5.0
      Heading west from Boulder, take CO 119/Boulder Canyon Drive into Boulder Canyon. Once you're in the canyon, there are many areas that all have great climbing. For the more traditional climber, there are areas such as Castle Rock (39.9787, -105.4551) and the Happy Hour Crag (40.0033, -105.3939). P...
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    • Golden, Colorado

      Hike Beaver Brook Trail at Windy Saddle Park

      5.0
      5 mi / 500 ft gain
      Just outside of Golden, CO is Lookout Mountain. If you’ve ever driven westbound on i70 from Denver to the mountains, you’ve undoubtedly seen this mountain to your right with antennas on the top. On the north side of Lookout Mountain lies Windy Saddle Park, about a 30 minute drive from Denver. Thi...
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