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Two out-of-state teenage hikers spend night cliffed out on one of Colorado's deadliest 14ers after "seeking a shorter route down"
By Julia Clarke published
Rescuers battled a brief snow shower and lightning to bring the teenagers down safely

"This call illustrates how quickly situations change" – 2 hikers struck by lightning on Colorado 14er while on the phone with mountain rescue
By Julia Clarke published
The hikers, said to be visiting from New York, had just reached the summit of Torrey's Peak when the incident occurred

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

"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

Finally, "a glimmer of closure" as personal items found on Colorado mountain where hiker disappeared 19 years ago
By Julia Clarke published
Michelle Vanek’s disappearance in 2005 sparked a large-scale search effort

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

"I hope you find a new job" – public reacts to hiker stranded in overnight storm on Colorado 14er after colleagues ditch him
By Julia Clarke published
The group of hikers managed to do everything wrong, leading to a large-scale rescue mission

Rescue crews beg hikers to reconsider wardrobe choices after difficulty locating injured party
By Julia Clarke published
Making yourself searchable should be part of any hiking plan
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