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Category Archives: 2018
Fenton Lake Hike – 08/14/2018
This is the first hiking on a 3-day trip with grandson Thomas. Our original destination was one of the campgrounds further into the Jemez Mountains (and higher elevations), but with the threats of rain/thunderstorms, we holed up in the Vista … Continue reading
Paliza Canyon Hike/Bushwhack – 08/05/2018
Planning this hike, I turned to GoogleEarth to sketch out a route into new territory. Since I would be introducing Kelly to the area, I chose to begin the hike on FR 10 near the Kiatsukwa Ruins, then down into … Continue reading
Green Mountain Hike – 07/09/2018
Staying at a BnB near Grand Lakes, this trail was recommended as one where we might see wildlife, deer, elk, maybe moose. This after, one morning watching a cow moose pass by between our BnB cabin and the lake during … Continue reading
Forsyth Canyon Hike – 07/07/2018
After spending the night near Boulder, we sought a trail for a good hike. This trial sounded interesting and was nearby. Colorado route 132 ascends very quickly from the main road that goes up Boulder Canyon, and is at time … Continue reading
Echo Lake Hike – 07-03-2018
The Hike This was a short hike, to stretch our legs after spending much time driving, and to enjoy the clear and cool high-altitude air.This was a short hike, to stretch our legs after spending much time driving, and to … Continue reading
Brainard Lake Hike – 07/02/2018
This was our first chance to hike on our trip through Colorado. On our way from Arvada to Central City, we drove to Boulder, then Nederland, then north to Ward and Brainard Lake, looking for high elevation (cool) and maybe … Continue reading
San Gregorio Lake Hike – 08/01/2018
‘Tis summer, hot in the “low lands”. San Pedro Parks beckons us, to it’s higher elevation and forested landscape. Having hiked here with Jay two years ago, I’ve looked forward to returning with Pat. The Hike ‘Tis much as I … Continue reading
Borrego-Winsor-Bear Wallow Hike – 7/29/2018
Another venture to higher elevation for cooler temperatures, this time driving up Hyde Park Road from Santa Fe to the Borrego trailhead. We started early enough to enjoy the cool air, tho’ it warmed up by the time we finished, … Continue reading
Rio de las Vacas Hike – 07/24/2018
Another day seeking cooler temperatures, so we headed to San Pedro Parks Wilderness with elevations above 8,000 feet. However, with recent rains particularly in these mountains, we also chose to remain on paved roads (NM 126 is paved from Cuba … Continue reading
Aspen Vista Hike – 07/22/2018
Seeking cooler temperatures, we headed for higher elevation – the Sangre de Christo mountains and the Aspen Vista trail. We began at nearly 10,000 feet; ’tis a steady climb up 3.4 miles to 11,300 feet. Air temperature was much cooler … Continue reading