by Paty | Sep 2, 2024 | Colorado Trail, Rockies
According to the Colorado Trail Foundation, approximately 500 people complete the Colorado Trail annually, and their thru-hikes average between 4 to 6 weeks. I was on the shorter end of this timeframe, with my thru-hike lasting a total of 28 days. This hiking pace...
by Paty | Sep 1, 2024 | Colorado Trail, Gear
I thru-hiked the Colorado Trail (CT) from mid-July to mid-August. This timing put me about a week or two ahead of the main bubble of summer hikers, but far enough into the peak season to enjoy the wildflowers and snow-free miles of trail. The Colorado weather was...
by Paty | Aug 30, 2024 | Day Hikes, Oregon High Points, West Coast
Oregon County HP: #19 Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (on a scale of 5) Summit Elevation: 9,502 feet Mountain Range: Cascade Mountains Ancestral Lands: Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla; Takelma; Cow Creek Umpqua; Modoc; Confederated Tribes...
by Paty | Aug 20, 2024 | Colorado Trail, Rockies, Trail Journals
August 19, 2024 Start: Junction Creek Trail (Mile 473.4) End: Southern Terminus (Mile 483) Miles hiked: 9.6 miles Weather: Early morning rain, followed by lots of sunshine Elevation: 9,416′ (high point); 6,518′ (low point)...
by Paty | Aug 19, 2024 | Colorado Trail, Rockies, Trail Journals
August 18, 2024 Start: Scenic Overlook (Mile 453.4) +0.2 off-trail End: Stealth spot near the Junction Creek Trail (Mile 473.4) Miles hiked: 20.2 miles Weather: Clear morning, with an overcast, humid afternoon Elevation: 12,...
