Colorado's Incredible Backcountry Trails

Colorado's Incredible Backcountry Trails
Author: J. David Day
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009-03
Genre: Colorado
ISBN: 9780966085846

A guide to hiking trails in Colorado's national parks and wilderness areas, illustrated with 350 full color photographs and trail maps.

Hiking Colorado's Western Slope

Hiking Colorado's Western Slope
Author: Bill Haggerty
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 263
Release: 2025-05-06
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493075462

On Colorado’s Western Slope, stunning geological features and awe-inspiring scenery create a unique hiking experience unlike any other. This revised edition of Hiking Colorado’s Western Slope provides concise descriptions and detailed maps for over 50 of the state’s finest trails west of the Great Divide. Veteran hiker and author of Best Easy Day Hikes: Grand Junction and Fruita, Bill Haggerty, recommends his favorite routes—from short day walks to backcountry treks through the Western Slope’s spectacular landscape, including hikes near Aspen, Vail, the Flat Tops Wilderness, Steamboat Springs, Crested Butte and Gunnison, Ouray, Telluride, Grand Junction, and more. Inside you'll find Hikes suited to every ability GPS-compatible trail maps and route profiles Mile-by-mile directional cues Difficulty ratings, average hiking times, best hiking seasons, and more

Guide to Colorado Backroads and 4-Wheel Drive Trails Vol. 2

Guide to Colorado Backroads and 4-Wheel Drive Trails Vol. 2
Author: Charles A. Wells
Publisher: Funtreks Incorporated
Total Pages: 180
Release: 1999-06
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780966497618

Follow-up to the original guide, this book covers backroads in northern Colorado. Many trails are near Denver, Boulder and Fort Collins. Other trails are near Steamboat Springs, Grand Junction, Overland, Nederland, Grand Lake, Winter Park, Central City, Rollinsville and Battlement Mesa. Most trails are north of Interstate 70. Includes 40 trails, 46 maps and over 140 photographs. Twenty-eight trails are suitable for stock SUBs.

Hiking Colorado

Hiking Colorado
Author: Sandy Heise
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2022-06-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493062042

DREAM IT This guide features concise descriptions and maps for 50 beautiful hikes throughout Colorado. Hikers of all levels can enjoy beautiful views, get fit in the outdoors, and learn about the region’s history. PLAN IT Hiking Colorado provides the latest information to plan a customized trip: • Popular and lesser-known hikes • Full-color photos, maps, and trailhead GPS • Insightful hike overviews, details on distance, difficulty, accessibility, and more. DO IT This guide takes you from the trailhead to: • Find hikes suited to any ability • Experience the thrill of exploring new landscapes and viewing wildlife • Discover alpine lakes, spectacular mountain views, and much more.

Best Loop Hikes

Best Loop Hikes
Author: Steve Johnson
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2006-02-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 159485226X

* 60 Colorado loop hikes accessible from metro areas including Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, and Boulder * Illustrated with topo maps, elevation profiles, and photos for each hike * Trailfinder chart lists hikes by factors including distance, hiking time, elevation gain, season, and highlights -- quiet wilderness, mountain meadow, great views, wildlife, etc. * Bonus listing of Colorado hikes that are great for winter snowshoeing Looking for a short, easy loop stroll, or a challenging loop trek? Do you want loops that offer solitude or loops that are kid-friendly? Best Loop Hikes Colorado includes loop hikes that involve overnight stays and trails that involve fourteeners to consider, too. And did you know that some loops double as great snowshoe trails in winter? You'll find all these and more in Best Loop Hikes Colorado. As you can tell, the operative word here is "loop." That's right: there's no need to bore yourself by retracing the same path. Your every step is shiny and new, all without tandem driving or dropping off a car at both ends of the trail. It's the holy grail of hiking! Guidebook regions include the Front Range, Central Mountains, Southwest Mountains, Western Slope and Canyonlands, Northern Mountains, and Rocky Mountain National Park.

100 Classic Hikes in Colorado, 3rd Edition

100 Classic Hikes in Colorado, 3rd Edition
Author: Scott Warren
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2012-11-14
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1594851247

CLICK HERE to download three free hikes from 100 Classic Hikes in Colorado * full color, with lush trail maps * Coffee-table quality makes it a great gift for Colorado outdoor enthusiasts * These are the "classic" hikes to Colorado's most cherished landscapes and trails Colorado's most popular hiking guidebook includes 10 trails that didn't appear in previous editions, including Bear Peak, Lake Isabelle, Mount Falcon, Devil's Head, Red Rock Canyon, North Cheyenne Cañon, French Pass, Tater Heap Loop, Mosca Pass, and No Name Lake. Author Scott Warren is an exceptional outdoor photographer. And the hikes in this collection are shown off in all their natual glory. The tables of features will help you pick the best hike for your time, fitness level and interests.

Best Summit Hikes in Colorado

Best Summit Hikes in Colorado
Author: James Dziezynski
Publisher: Wilderness Press
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2012-08-07
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0899977138

Colorado has 53 14ers, more than 600 13ers, and hundreds of other peaks that can be reached without special equipment or expertise. Numerous guides dryly catalog these trails, but Best Summit Hikes in Colorado stands out from them all. Author James Dziezynski has meticulously selected 80+ of the state's absolute best peaks in more than 50 superlative hikes, and his opinionated narrative brings each route to life. Each summit is included because of a notable feature--whether it's the site of a ghost mine or airplane wreckage, has thundering waterfalls or colorful floral meadows, is the best summit for spotting wildlife or bringing out-of-town friends, or is very accessible. Some peaks offer unique opportunities, such as a trailhead accessible only via a steam-powered railroad. Several summits are described in no other publication. Covering all Colorado's major mountain ranges, including the well-known Sangre De Cristo, Gore, Sawatch, Indian Peaks, and Maroon Bell wilderness areas to the lesser-known Grenadiers, Medicine Bow, and Outer San Juan peaks, this distinctive guide makes it easy to select exactly the right hike for the right day, the right mood, and the right companions.

Hiking with Kids Colorado

Hiking with Kids Colorado
Author: Jamie Siebrase
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2021-05-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493047566

Colorado families have access to thousands of miles of stunning trails spanning 41 state parks, two national grasslands, four national parks, eight national monuments, 11 national forests, and 14ers galore. Better still, Colorado’s backcountry was made for youth. From dinosaur-themed day hikes and cliff dwellings to elk crossings, beaver dams, and secret waterfalls, the state’s expansive trail network is a natural playground and classroom for kids of all ages. Hiking with Kids Colorado guides parents to 52 of the best hikes to take with kids in the state, walkable for all—toddlers to teens. Inside you’ll find: Detailed hike descriptions for every week of the year Easy-to-follow maps for every route Information on restrooms, stroller compatibility, and trail users. Color photos to help your kids see themselves on the trail Tips on cool scavenger hunt ideas, animal identification, bird calls, and fun facts to keep young hikers engaged every step of the way.

Hiking Colorado

Hiking Colorado
Author: Maryann Gaug
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 403
Release: 2011-05-17
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0762768800

Lace up your boots and sample fifty of the finest trails Colorado has to offer. This hiker's paradise offers not only rugged peaks and crystal clear alpine lakes, but also historic ruins and magnificent canyons. View the Continental Divide in Rocky Mountain National Park, journey to Colorado's highest point at the top of Mount Elbert, hike beneath immense sandstone cliffs in Devils Canyon, or step back in time to North America's largest dinosaur track site. Veteran hiker, Master of Leave No Trace, and outdoor writer Maryann Gaug will introduce you to these trails and more. Inside you'll find: detailed shaded relief maps, GPS waypoint coordinates for each hike, accurate route profiles showing the ups and downs of each hike, tips on equipment, trip planning, and hiking with dogs and children, accurate directions, difficulty ratings, trail contacts, and more. Whether you are a day-tripper or long-distance hiker, old hand or novice, come explore the wonders of our nation's highest state -- on foot!

Hiking Colorado's Weminuche Wilderness

Hiking Colorado's Weminuche Wilderness
Author: Donna Lynn Ikenberry
Publisher: Falcon Guides
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre: Hiking
ISBN: 9781560447160

Colorado's largest wilderness is a special mix of high alpine peaks, wildflowers, wildlife, and lakes. Written for everyone from beginners to experts, the author describes 36 trails and/or recommended trips, ranging from easy day hikes to long backpacking trips. In addition to trail descriptions, there are all-important chapters on safety, trail etiquette, weather, backcountry essentials, hiking with children, wilderness ethics, and natural history.