Hiking in the snow and Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver and its suburbs are a sprawling metropolis. Now that I moved to Lone Tree from Golden, I’m closer to other trails for hiking. I went with one of my groups for an evening hike. The lights were pretty. I … Continue reading

Rino Art District and hiking in Colorado

This past week I went on a couple of beautiful hikes. I love the weather here in Denver. No bugs, low humidity, and usually sunny! 😎 I’m at least three times as active here as I was back home in … Continue reading

Hiking the Three Lakes Trail in Gunnison National Forest

Wednesday morning I drove 45 minutes from my Airbnb in Crested Butte to the Three Lakes trailhead in Gunnison National Forest. I stopped a couple of times to take photos. I drove along Keebler Pass, much of which is a … Continue reading

Cycling the Mineral Belt Trail and exploring Leadville, Colorado

Monday I drove from Golden to Leadville, Colorado. At 10,200 feet, it’s the highest elevation incorporated city in the U.S. I was looking forward to cycling the 11.6 mile Mineral Belt Trail. I have an e-bike so I wasn’t concerned … Continue reading

The beginning of autumn in Colorado

Last Thursday morning I drove from Buena Vista to just north of Silverthorne to hike a 5-mile trail. The mountains were already covered with a bit of snow. It was beautiful! The view from the top of the trail was … Continue reading

Beginning of September in Colorado

Wednesday I went for a 2.5 mi solo hike at White Ranch. I arrived early and was the only hiker until close to the end. It was so peaceful. I’m not sure I would have been as peaceful if I … Continue reading