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“Our iconic 14ers will now be even more accessible and safe to summit" – 12 popular Colorado trails slated for a major refresh
By Julia Clarke published
The Colorado Fourteeners Initiative has been awarded a $250,000 grant to reconstruct and restore 12 summit trails

"His shoes had frozen solid" when he was rescued, but this hiker's story could have had a much worse ending – here's what he did that saved his life
By Julia Clarke published
This weekend's rescue serves as an important reminder to anyone attempting winter peaks

Want to hike Colorado's only fully private 14er? Here's how to secure your 2025 permit – and everything else you need to know
By Julia Clarke published
Reservations are open for the 2025 hiking season on Culebra Peak, which presents some unique conditions and challenges

"Be prepared for brutal conditions" – rescue teams aid hiker who "couldn't feel their feet" on frozen Colorado summit after dark
By Julia Clarke published
The hiker was unable to hike out and was unprepared to spend the night on the mountain

"My only major mistake was to not test out my old boots" – musician performs classical concert on the Rockies' highest peak
By Julia Clarke published
The concert was part of the professional musician's project on how altitude affects wind musicians

With hiking on the up and up, why has foot traffic fallen to an "all-time low" on Colorado's 14ers?
By Julia Clarke published
New data suggests lowest levels in nearly a decade

Hiking your first 14er this 4th of July weekend? Tick off the 9 items on this checklist before you go
By Julia Clarke published
Before you head off on your first 14er, make sure you’ve completed all the items on this checklist to ensure you have a memorable experience, for all the right reasons

"Make responsible decisions" – hikers warned as rockfall claims third life in one week on Mt Whitney
By Julia Clarke published
The hiker, struck on Sunday, has not yet been identified
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