5 Spring Hikes to Get you Ready for Summer
The Best Spring Hikes to Get You Ready for Summer
As sad as it may be to admit, the winter season will soon be ending. However, you shouldn’t be too sad because it means hiking season is upon us. While it might take us some adjusting going from our skiing to hiking muscles, spring weather should certainly be welcomed!
The view from Mt. Royal in the summer. Photo from: http://www.joeandfrede.com/
With the arrival of spring hiking season and it is time to hit the trail hard this summer! To help get you in ready for summer check out these great 5 spring hikes!
- Really marking the start of the Ten Mile Range is Mt. Royal. Located right in Frisco, spitting distance to Main St, is the stunning peak of Mt. Royal. This 3.5 mile hike is a great way to get your legs going. A series of steep switchbacks is exactly what the doctor ordered for a pre-summer hike to get you ready for summer!
- Located just outside of Breckenridge is the trailhead for Mohawk Lakes. This 6.8 mile hike winds through the forest before ascending a quick ridge line to where you come across two high alpine lakes. Boarded by steep granite peaks, these lakes will definitely be a sight to see. In the spring you can also catch backcountry skiers hiking and skiing down Fletcher Peak!
- Hanging Lake, located in Glenwood Springs, sits at a much lower elevation, so the trail is generally free of snow early spring. Though short, this 1.7 mile hike is sure to leave you not only breathless after climbing stairs, but after once you reach the lake. The turquoise water suspended is a must see!
- Located directly across from Mt. Bierstadt, Square Top Lakes trail is a mellow 4.6 mile hike that takes you through the high alpine to two square lakes. On the ridge line you can often see mountain goats traveling! Additionally, the site of Mt. Bierstadt is stunning!
- Near Idaho Springs and closer to the Front Range St. Mary’s Glacier is often a trail free of snow early spring. This 1.8 mile trail brings you directly to the base of the glacier and rests at an alpine. If one is so inclined, you can even hike to the top of the glacier and either ski or hike down even into the late summer!
Whether your goal is peak bagging, or distance, these 5 great spring hikes from Colorado River Rentals will be sure to get you ready for summer!