If you’re anything like me, the weekend can’t come soon enough. Thankfully, for those “weekend warriors” out there, the region has countless opportunities to explore, learn and play. From solo hikes to family fishing adventures, here are two winter destinations and some helpful tips to make your multi-adventure weekend happen! Snowshoeing & Ice Fishing at [...]
Fat Biking - 4 Seasons of Fun! Article & Photos by URGGuide Field Editor Ryan Michelle Scavo Have you seen the fat tire bikes cruising in, around and above the San Luis Valley? With miles upon miles of multi-use trail, single and double track, and forest roads to explore, maybe it’s time to see [...]
Tour Time - Lobo Overlook Article & Photos by URGGuide Field Editor Ryan Michelle Scavo For winter adventurers seeking a moderately difficult tour via cross-country skis or other touring setups (e.g., AT, telemark, splitboard), consider the route from the Continental Divide to Lobo Overlook. “Lobo”, spanish for wolf, is the name given to the [...]
Article and Photos by URGGuide Field Editor Ryan Michelle Scavo Hikers and snowshoers have a plethora of trails options in the area. From the San Luis Valley floor to the peaks along the Continental Divide, visitors can explore trails leading to frozen waterfalls, passing through sun-warmed canyon walls, and leading to scenic vistas all [...]
Article and Photos by URGGuide Field Editor Ryan Michelle Scavo So you’re new parents and you want to keep outdoor activity high on the list all year long, right? Or, maybe you’re well-seasoned caretakers looking for a new outdoor experience for the little ones? Whatever your title or outdoor goals, winter is as great [...]
Hiking Snowmobile Motocycle - Single Track Horse Riding Cross Country Skiing ATV - Less Than 50" Wide Mountain Biking No. Name Miles Long Elevation Difficulty Uses 701 North Rock Creek Trail 7.6 9000 - 11700 Easy - Moderate 702 South Rock Creek Trail 1.9 11000 - 12000 Easy - Moderate [...]
Hiking Snowmobile Motocycle - Single Track Horse Riding Cross Country Skiing ATV - Less Than 50" Wide Mountain Biking No. Name Miles Long Elevation Difficulty Uses 909 Bower's Peak Trail 3.0 10780 - 12180 N/A 773 North Carnero Trail 5.7 9120 - 9800 Easy Bicycles and any motorized vehicle is [...]
Hiking Snowmobile Motocycle - Single Track Horse Riding Cross Country Skiing ATV - Less Than 50" Wide Mountain Biking No.NameMiles LongElevationDifficultyUses799Alder Bench Trail 1.58400 - 8900Difficult 839Archuleta Trail 7.09200 - 12200Moderate 709 Bear Creek Trail 4.69200 - 10800 Difficult 933Beaver Mountain Trail 3.78200 - 9200Easy N/ABig Meadows Loop Trail 1.5 9220 - 9250 Easy N/A Big Park Trail 11.010400 - 12000 N/A N/ABonito Pass Trail 0.511000 - 11300N/A 794Cathedral Trail 3.79400 - 11200Easy - Difficult [...]
Hiking Snowmobile Motocycle - Single Track Horse Riding Cross Country Skiing ATV - Less Than 50" Wide Mountain Biking No. Name Miles Long Elevation Difficulty Uses 778 Bear Creek Trail 4.1 10000 - 10760 N/A 767 East Middle Creek Trail 5.3 9000 - 11320 N/A 771 East Sheep Creek Trail [...]
Hiking Snowmobile Motocycle - Single Track Horse Riding Cross Country Skiing ATV - Less Than 50" Wide Mountain Biking No. Name Miles Long Elevation Difficulty Uses 706 Big Lake Trail 2.2 N/A N/A 742 Empedrado Lake Trail 6.3 N/A N/A 704 Silver Mountain Trail 12.2 8800 - 11800 Easy - Moderate 737 Willow Mountain Trail 11.4 N/A [...]
