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The Mountain is Burning Down!
A Mini Update Since it’s the 4th of July, most cars going by aren’t locals, and so aren’t going to pick up the dirty, smelly hikers they see on the side of the road. I can’t say I blame them. But, I was hungry, and eager for town.
Lost Creek High Route: A Lesson in Restraint
I was itching for some above treeline adventure. The first break above treeline. I knew that it wouldn’t be too long before the trail brought me
Learning to Walk
It’s time to get going! This article details my first days on the trail, from Denver to Lost Creek Wilderness.
Colorado Trail, Here We Go!
Let’s Get Out There! It’s time to get out on the trail. Months of planning and years of dreaming have led me to this point, and I’m
All Systems Go!
Eagle Rock Loop Shakedown Hike It’s time to hit the trail! …well kind of. This is my last shakedown before the start of my CT hike. It’s a time
GEAR!!!
My Colorado Trail 2023 Gear List Gear is the literal lifeline of a hiker in the backcountry. It keeps you warm, safe, and dry, and gives you escape
My Over-Researched CT Thru Hike Plan
So What's the Colorado Trail Again? The Colorado Trail is 500-ish miles of stunning scenery between Denver and Durango. While that distance may seem
Why Hike 500 Miles?
Heyo!! I'm JT, and I'm going to be hiking the Colorado Trail this summer. I'm really excited to be hiking and to share in this awesome thru-hiking