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    Top Spots in and near Loveland Pass

    • Basalt, Colorado

      Hike to Eagle Lake, Colorado

      5.0
      5.5 mi / 1036 ft gain
      If you find yourself back in the Lime Creek area just outside of Eagle, Colorado and south of Sylvan Lake State Park - you should make the time to get yourself up to Eagle Lake! The hike starts off of Brush Creek Road and follows a property line in the forest of Aspens and towering wildflowers fo...
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    • 1398 Longs Peak Road, Colorado

      Storm Peak and Mount Lady Washington

      4.5
      12.57 mi / 5312 ft gain
      This adventure began at the Longs Peak trailhead in southeastern Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. I followed the Longs Peak trail for 6 miles to the Boulderfield backcountry camping area. This is a fairly steep on-trail climb of 3,360 feet. After setting up camp at 12,760 feet, my partner...
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    • Estes Park, Colorado

      Longs Peak

      5.0
      13.3 mi / 5100 ft gain
      For the most part, this hike is very straightforward, so I'll essentially skip over the first 5.5 or so miles of the hike, but, in case you don't know: Start (very early so you get a parking spot) from the trailhead right next to the parking lot (the road to it is paved - seriously this mountain...
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    • Estes Park, Colorado

      Peacock Pool

      7.9 mi / 2438 ft gain
      The peacock pool is a cool little tarn below the outlet to Chasm Lake. Please note that this adventure is best done in the winter/spring when snow is present to prevent erosion in the sensitive area. That is how the description will be written, assuming winter conditions. The approach is the sa...
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    • Estes Park, Colorado

      Boulderfield Campground via Longs Peak Trail

      11.39 mi / 3337 ft gain
      Boulder Field is a high alpine backcountry site on Longs Peak, and is a popular camp for backpackers attempting to summit Longs Peak via the Keyhole route. At an impressive elevation of 12,760 feet, Boulder Field is a vast wasteland of rocks that sits 500 feet below the famous Keyhole feature, an...
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    • Estes Park, Colorado

      Chasm Lake via Longs Peak Trailhead

      4.7
      8.01 mi / 2425 ft gain
      The 4-mile trail climbs around 2500ft from the Longs Peak trailhead and starts by winding through dense forest. In the morning darkness, trudging through thick trees isn’t the most exciting, but when you finally climb out above treeline, the massive profile of Longs and the slowly growing light o...
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    • Leadville, Colorado

      North Mount Elbert Trail

      4.5
      9.07 mi / 4432 ft gain
      Start your trip at the North Elbert Creek trailhead, reached by taking Colorado 300 just south of Leadville, and then a left on County road 11 and a right on Halfmoon Creek road. The dirt road to the trailhead is well traveled. The trail begins from the parking lot and winds upwards past 2 clear...
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    • Leadville, Colorado

      Colorado Trail: Mount Elbert Trailhead to Twin Lakes

      8.49 mi / 1099 ft gain
      Colorado Trail: Mount Elbert Trailhead to Twin Lakes is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Leadville, Colorado.
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    • Meredith, Colorado

      Ski Betty Bear to Skinner Hut

      20.2 mi / 3650 ft gain
      Betty Bear and Skinner Huts reside deep in the Colorado backcountry surrounded by thick forests and snowy peaks. Both of these huts offer an opportunity for off-grid leisure and crowd-free skiing. The huts come stocked with padded mattresses, wood stoves & fuel, propane burners, all cookware ...
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    • Leadville, Colorado

      Hike Mount Massive

      4.8
      Starting from the Mt Massive Trailhead off of Halfmoon Creek Road (a half mile past the more popular Mt Elbert Trailhead), follow the excellent and easy trail into the woods. This trail is wide and abnormally flat for a 14er trail for the first three miles. During these first 3 miles the only rea...
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    • Littleton, Colorado

      Hike the Fountain Valley Trail at Roxborough State Park

      4.8
      2.3 mi / 100 ft gain
      The Fountain Valley Trail at Roxborough State Park is a very easy trail that's perfect for those that want to enjoy the outdoors but not subject themselves to the rigors of climbing a 14er. This very well maintained trail is wide and flat and perfect for groups, families, or for taking visitors t...
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    • Littleton, Colorado

      Hike the South Rim Trail at Roxborough State Park

      3.8
      3 mi / 300 ft gain
      Roxborough State Park is one of the closest parks to the Denver metro area and is the perfect place to go if you're looking to experience the great outdoors without having to drive too far from the city.One of my favorite trails in the park is the South Rim Trail which takes you on an easy to mod...
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    • Littleton, Colorado

      Hike to Carpenter Peak

      4.5
      6.2 mi / 1171 ft gain
      Carpenter Peak stands at 7,166 feet above sea level. While that altitude might not exactly take your breath away, the views from the top certainly will. Starting at the Visitor's Center, the trail to Carpenter's Peak begins as a relatively flat, well-traveled trail. A little less than a mile into...
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    • Littleton, Colorado

      Walk the Willow Creek Loop

      1.4 mi
      Roxborough State Park is located on the outskirts of Littleton, Colorado. Boasting incredible red rock formations and abundant wildlife, it is the perfect place for a quick escape outside.The Willow Creek Loop connects to the two parking lots in the park, so it is impossible to miss. With only th...
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    • Larimer County, Colorado

      Winter Hike to Loch Vale

      4.0
      5.4 mi / 1056 ft gain
      This winter adventure begins at the popular Glacier Gorge Trailhead in Rocky Mountain National Park. Make sure you arrive early as the parking lot fills up quickly! We started the hike with our microspikes on and carried our snowshoes. The park ranger informed us snowshoes may be necessary in som...
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    • Larimer County, Colorado

      Hike the Spearhead

      5.0
      12.44 mi / 3300 ft gain
      Beginning from the Glacier Gorge trailhead, follow trail signs towards Mills Lake. At Mills, continue onward past Black Lake, and then continue hiking up into the incredible basin above Black Lake. Spearhead will be unmissable. Once in the basin, head to the north side of Spearhead. By hugging t...
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