Gear. It’s intimidating. It’s complicated. It’s personal. It’s expensive. I’ve had a lot of people ask me about gear and getting started. People think that you need to have everything and anything in order to be successful in the backcountry. That’s definitely false. Don’t go running to REI and spend thousands of dollars just yet.
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13 Scenic Backpacking Trips in Colorado You’ve Got to Try
Backpacking in Colorado is a bucket-list activity for locals and visitors alike. The best backpacking trips in Colorado can be found all over the state. There’s a trail for all ability levels, making Colorado an epic place to backpack. There’s something magical about spending the night in the Rocky Mountains. Green valleys butt against beautiful […]
Check Out the Views at Willow Lakes, Colorado
Zodiac Spires, wildflowers, and gorgeous mountain views are just a few of the things this mesmerizing Colorado hike has to offer.
31 Jaw-Dropping Alpine Lakes in Colorado You’ve Got to Hike
An in-depth, local guide to the best alpine lake hikes in Colorado.
Backpacking Canyonlands’ Needles District Needs to Be on Your Bucket List
Backpacking in Canyonlands needs to be on everyone’s bucket list. Weird and wacky sandstone spires pierce the sky in the unique Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. There are countless routes for the intrepid backpacker and newbie backcountry sleeper alike to enjoy backpacking in the Needles. The sunsets are utter fire and the rock pinacles […]
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