CDT
CDT: Desert Magic and Tumbleweed Battles – Cuba to Grants
This stretch of the CDT from Cuba to Grants throws lots of tumbleweed and sparse water sources at us. And, we find ourselves immersed in some of the most jaw-dropping...
CDT: Storms, Snow, and Salvation – Ghost Ranch to Cuba
After a much-needed zero at Ghost Ranch, we’re back on the trail, ready to reconnect with the redline and tackle the stunning, rugged terrain of northern New Mexico. The day...
CDT: The Journey into New Mexico
Crossing into New Mexico marks the final chapter of the CDT, but it’s clear this state isn’t about to let us off easy. This stretch from Chama to Ghost Ranch...
CDT: Thunder Snow – A Farewell to Colorado
The stretch of trail between Pagosa Springs and Chama feels like a microcosm of the CDT experience — grueling challenges, awe-inspiring beauty, unexpected connections, and the ever-changing moods of
CDT: The San Juans are calling!
The San Juans are calling and we answered. They demand everything we have — and then some. They test our strength with relentless climbs, rugged terrain, and trails that seem...
CDT: A Cabin, Trail Magic, and Mountain Majesty – Salida to Creede
The stretch from Salida to Creede offers a mix of exposed ridges and serene forest paths, leading us ever closer to the elusive San Juan Mountains. From the warmth of...
CDT: From Golden Aspens to the Fury of a Snowstorm – Leadville to Salida
The few days between Leadville and Buena Vista have been a whirlwind of challenges and surprises. As we battle icy winds and face tough decisions on the exposed ridges, unexpected...
CDT: In Between Mountain Goats – Winter Park to Leadville
For the section between Winter Park and Leadville, we are following the path of the mountain goats, climbing 14,000ers, traversing the Argentine Spine, and vibrant aspen groves. Colorado, you’re
CDT: A Dance with Altitude in Colorado
The CDT is an ever-changing journey, full of breathtaking highs and challenging lows. In this stretch from Steamboat Springs to Winter Park, we traverse rugged ridges, get into high altitude,...
CDT: Entering Colorado
We’re leaving the vastness of the Great Basin behind to hike into Colorado, trading dust and heat for forests, mountains, and cooler air. The shift feels transformative — from barren...