As I’ve mentioned before, my husband and I try to take an extended weekend vacation each year. In December 2018 we decided on visiting Ouray, Colorado – mainly for the prospect of a relaxing hot spring vacation!
Tag: colorado hiking
Looking Back: Visiting the Great Sand Dunes in Sept. 2018
Two years ago this week, I made a multi-stop road trip along the Colorado Front Range – my main event was visiting the Great Sand Dunes National Park. From my start in Alamosa to my finish at St. Mary’s Glacier, I was able to tackle a handful of great hikes as well as enjoy a […]
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.
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 […]
Hiking the Antelope Trail in Lyons, CO
I don’t always succeed, but I attempt to make it out to hike about five times a week when the weather and my career allows. Living in the foothills of Colorado really lends itself to outdoor activities. One of my favorite local trails is today’s highlight: the Antelope trail (and on to the Bitterbrush trail) […]