Hike to Linkins Lake, Near Independence Pass
I didn't feel much like hiking at Independence Pass, thanks to the full-on assault being delivered by a brutally cold…
Top of the Rockies: Independence Pass
Say goodbye to Lake Creek, as Highway 82 begins its climb to Independence Pass. You'll have to leave this tranquil…
Top of the Rockies Byway: Twin Lakes
Just about 15 minutes south of Leadville, Colorado, you'll make a turn off of US 24 and onto Colorado Highway…
Leadville, Colorado
Between Interstate 70 and Aspen, there isn't a whole lot of civilization. That's just one reason why it's so nice…
Top of the Rockies Byway: Clinton Gulch, Climax
On Day 5, my primary objective was to drive from Silverthorne to Aspen. Fortunately, there's no such thing as an…
Dillon Reservoir
You can't drive through the mountain towns of Silverthorne, Frisco, and Dillon, without taking notice of the stunningly blue waters…
Alma, Colorado
Even though I had to drive north from Hoosier Pass to get back to my motel for the night, I…
Hiking at Hoosier Pass, Colorado
Summit County has an endless supply of hiking opportunities. And if you head to the county's southern end, you'll find…
Mt. Sniktau Trail, Loveland Pass
It's possible that 11,990 feet above sea level might not be high enough for you. Maybe you'd like to brag…
Hiking at Loveland Pass, Colorado
Getting across the Continental Divide in Colorado is challenging, no matter which way you do it. Interstate 70 probably provides…