La Garita (or La Ventana) Natural Arch is different from many of the natural rock arches scattered around Colorado. Rather than being formed from uplifted sandstone as most arches are, …
This is a superb viewpoint for the Great Sand Dunes National Park. It's just a short uphill hike from the Piñon Flats Campground or there's parking on the Medano Pass …
Kit Carson Mountain is one for those who like 14er adventures, it's challenging but worth it. The trail has climbing parts of class 2 and 3, so an alpine hiking …
Willow Lake is formed by crystal clear water that comes directly from the glacier in Obstruction Peak (13800 ft). Expect stunning views of a blue water lake contrasting with the …
This saddle sits just above 12,500 feet, and is the junction to San Luis Peak with the CDT/CT. From this point it is 1.4 miles to the summit of San Louis Peak and 1,300 feet of elevation gain.
Medano Pass Primitive Road follows the Medano Creek through a valley and eventually opens up to the Great Sand Dunes National Park. From this slightly elevated spot on the trail, …