10 Colorado adventures that aren’t in Rocky Mountain National Park
Photo courtesy of San Juan Hut Systems Staff
Hut to hut
Colorado’s mountain wilderness is home to moose, bighorn sheep, bears, lynx and cougars, as well as 58 peaks above 14,000 feet. Heading out for a multi-day trek is the ultimate way to test yourself and take it all in.
Throughout the state, networks of trails and equipped huts let experienced hikers, mountain bikers, cross-country skiers, and snowshoers explore the backcountry unburdened by gear. In southwestern Colorado, San Juan Hut System manages 16 huts, five of which are open in the winter.
Near downhill ski mecca Aspen, 10th Mountain Division Huts operates 34 backcountry huts connected by 350 miles of trail. In addition to lodging, these organizations can assist with maps, GPS, avalanche information and support such as food drops.
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