Abyss Lake is a stunningly beautiful blue Colorado body of water sitting in the alpine bowl below two of the state’s highest peaks, Mount Bierstadt (14,065′) and Mount Evans (14,265′). The jagged 13,842′ Mount Spalding closes off the bowl and completes the alpine scene in a way that steels the show. Abyss Lake is found…
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Theodore Roosevelt National Park – Top 10 Must-See and Do
In the history of the United States, there are few people who have done more to conserve our natural landscapes and wildlife than Theodore Roosevelt. According to the park’s service, while president, Roosevelt established 150 national forests, 51 federal bird reserves and 4 national game preserves (Both are today knowns as National Wildlife Refuges), 5…
Upper Diamond Lake Trail Guide – Indian Peaks Wilderness
Colorado’s Indian Peaks Wilderness is home to one of our favorite backpacking trips the Pawnee – Buchanan Loop. Because of this, we have been eager to return and explore more of the area. Diamond Lake is located in the heart of the wilderness area and is widely regarded as one of the best day hikes…
Mount Massive Loop in Colorado – Trail Guide
At only eighteen feet shy of being the tallest peak in Colorado, hiking the Mount Massive Loop can seem like a gargantuan undertaking. While its neighbor Mount Elbert (14,439′) is officially the highest mountain in Colorado it is a singular peak rising above the terrain. Mount Massive on the other hand has five summits all…
Lost Creek Wilderness Loop Trail – Colorado Backpacking Guide
Colorado is a place known for backpacking trails with snow-covered peaks and rich blue-colored lakes. However, the very name Colorado refers to the red sandstone found throughout much of the state in iconic spots like the Garden of the Gods and the Red Rocks Amphitheater. In the center of the state lies a vast nearly…
Driving the North Island of New Zealand – The Best Road Trip
New Zealand is an amazing place with every kind of environment imaginable. All crammed into a country whose landmass is equivalent to 60% of California. The South Island rises out of the deep cold Antarctic seas and rises through lush rainforest to snow-capped peaks. Conversely, the North Island climbs out of warm tropical waters with…