Gunnison County, Colorado
Top Spots in and near Gunnison County
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Minturn, Colorado
Just a few miles South Minturn, Colorado, turn onto Tigiwon Road (dirt) and take it about 5 miles to the Half Moon trailhead at . Tigiwon Road is easily accessed by 2WD vehicles and the trailhead should be reachable in the Summer months after the snows have melted.Start early as, at 12 miles, thi...
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Minturn, Colorado
Overview: About a 12 mile hike, with 3 alpine lakes, a significant climb and views worthwhile
Photos: See all photos here.
Getting There: The hike is accessed from the Half Moon pass parking lot - from the Fall Creek trailhead. The parking lot and trailhead are accessed at the end of Tigiwon Rd. ...
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Glenwood Springs, Colorado
Glenwood is best known for its large hot springs pool, kept between 90 and 93 degrees, while the minerals in the water are meant to provide a natural therapy to the body. There is also a smaller therapy pool, at 104 degrees, and a spa, as well. You'll find all the amenities you need here, and wi...
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Minturn, Colorado
What's not to love - you'll be skiing in the off season!
We did this hike/ski in late June, our skis, boots, and avi gear packed with our hiking shoes on our feet. May could potentially be the most opportune time for this adventure.
The hike you will take is the traditional Notch Mountain Hike. T...
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Chaffee County, Colorado
Finding a winter or early spring adventure that won't take you deep into dangerous mountain territory, while still providing epic vistas, is a challenge in Colorado. There are a few 10,000' tall ranges that sometimes escape deep snow, which are inviting for a first step into the alpine wonderland...
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Glenwood Springs, Colorado
4.7
3.06 mi
/ 1168 ft gain
Hanging Lake is a beautifully unique natural wonder. Surrounded by dramatic, pine tree lined cliffs, a unique community of hanging plants thrive beside waterfalls cascading in to this glimmering turquoise pool of water. If this isn’t enough to entice you- the trail leading up to the lake is rathe...
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Glenwood Springs, Colorado
4.4
2.85 mi
/ 1529 ft gain
To get to Spouting Rock you need to take the same trailhead as Hanging Lake. I made the hike in the offseason when there was still ice on the trail and using crampons were imperative. The hike to Hanging Lake is rather steep and while it's only about 1.2 miles long it takes about an hour. Once yo...
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Crawford, Colorado
5.0
1.52 mi
/ 279 ft gain
Warner Point Nature Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Montrose, Colorado.
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Red Cliff, Colorado
Fowler-Hilliard hut sits at 11,500 ft on a forested ridge of Resolution Mountain, with easy access to intermediate and expert backcountry skiing right out the door. This newer hut was built in 2010 after the original hut burned down from a lightning strike. The hut comes stocked with padded mattr...
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