Handies Peak

Handies Peak

The hardest part of this 14er is probably getting to the trailhead. You’re rewarded with 360 degree views of the San Juan Mountains which makes this one of my favorite 14ers.

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Uncompahgre Peak

Uncompahgre Peak

Between the 4WD road and the recent snow storm, we were worried whether we would actually summit. Uncomphagre ended up being one of our favorite 14ers so far.

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Decalibron

Decalibron

“Decalibron” is a loop that takes you across mounts Democrat, Cameron, Lincoln, and Bross. Its not too far from Denver and is a great way to check off a few 14ers.

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Pikes Peak

Pikes Peak

America’s Mountain! The “Crags” route is a great alternative to the Barr Trail if you want to summit Pikes Peak without having to hike 26 miles round trip. Your efforts are rewarded with great scenery plus donuts at the summit house!

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Mt. Zirkel Wilderness

Mt. Zirkel Wilderness

The Zirkel Circle (accessed from the Slavonia Trailhead) is a great backpacking loop or can also be done as a day hike. We also tell you how you can summit Mt. Zirkel!

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Mt. of the Holy Cross

Mt. of the Holy Cross

Make sure you’re on the right trail, otherwise you might end up hiking 4 mountains in a day…The photos were totally worth it though.

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Missouri Mountain

Missouri Mountain

We have another first for you this week: our first 14’er of 2020! This is a great spot if you’re looking to hike and do some car camping.

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Island Lake

Island Lake

For our inaugural post, we present a real jaw-dropper: Island Lake. After staying the night in Ouray for our mini-moon, we set off along the Million Dollar Highway to the Ice Lake Basin trailhead.

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