Now that our move to Texas is mostly complete, I’ve been starting to explore the parks and trails in our area. Knowing that I’ve been spoiled by the mountains of Colorado, it was a pleasant surprise to find this hiking trail in Dallas. The trail provided me some very steep elevation gains for a great […]
Category: Hiking
Looking Back: Visiting the Badlands in South Dakota in August 2017
Three years ago this week, my husband and I made a road trip up to South Dakota to coincide with the full solar eclipse. Our main goal was visiting the Badlands in South Dakota, but we also took time to visit other sites in the area, including Deadwood, Mount Rushmore, and more.
Hiking at Golden Ponds in Longmont, CO
If you’re looking for a quick and easy outing in Longmont, then hiking at Golden Ponds is always a good choice. Located along the St. Vrain Greenway in the heart of the city, the park is still large enough to compare to many of the other local open spaces in the county.
Hiking Devil’s Backbone in Loveland, CO
I had to make a trip up north to drop off my car for maintenance, so afterward I decided to go hiking the Devil’s Backbone and Wild Loop trails at the Devil’s Backbone Open Space in Loveland, CO. It’s a quick and relatively easy route, coming in at 2.4 miles.
Hiking the Bitterbrush Trail in Lyons, CO
If you’re near Lyons, then hiking the Bitterbrush Trail at Hall Ranch should be at the top of your list. With immediate views (such as the photo above) and a wide variety of plant and animal life along the way, there are many opportunities for photography – or for just plain enjoying the view.
Hiking at Sandstone Ranch in Longmont, CO
When I’m short on time and can’t make it out to my usual trails in Lyons, you’ll usually find me hiking at Sandstone Ranch in Longmont, CO. It’s a short drive just east of the downtown area, and has more elevation change than most of the flat walking trails elsewhere around the city.
Looking Back: Visiting Colorado Wine Country in July 2016
As part of my Looking Back blog series, today I’m sharing my last-minute vacation visiting Colorado Wine Country in Grand Junction and Palisade, Colorado. My husband and I took an extended weekend trip this week four years ago – and while some may question the timing given how hot it tends to be at this […]
Hiking the Picture Rock Trail in Lyons, CO
Today’s outing included hiking at the Picture Rock Trail at Heil Valley Ranch in Lyons, CO. At the outset, the trail looks sparse as it winds through a field at the base of the mountain. Don’t let those initial 10 minutes or so in the grass fool you – once you make it up to […]
Hiking Rabbit Mountain in Lyons, CO
For day 86 of my yearly hike count, I went hiking at Rabbit Mountain in Lyons, CO. If you’re looking for a hiking location that’s pooch friendly, this is your best option in the immediate area. But, keep your eyes open – Rabbit Mountain is also known as “Rattlesnake Mountain” and for good reason. My […]
Hiking the Wapiti Trail in Boulder, CO
Today’s excursion: hiking the Wapiti Trail at Heil Valley Ranch in Boulder, CO. I don’t get out to this part of Heil Valley Ranch as often as some of our other local hikes, but there are some nice views of the mountains early on into the trail, as seen in the photo above. If you’re […]