If you start late in the season, going Denver-bound extends the window of hiking by one week or so to early-mid October depending on that seasons weather conditions. Then tentatively schedule a few town stops depending on your hiking pace, using the tables above to choose which stops are best suited to the experience youre seeking. Primarily people who wish to help but do not want their information posted publically online. Its very beneficial blog. As they stated, If you take this method, please note that it isnotokay to leave a bunch of flimsy Rubbermade bins in the forest. There's basic resupply food pretty much right on-trail at Lake Morena and Mt Laguna in this section (and Julian with a hitch), nicely spaced a few days apart. Theres more where this came from! Will shuttle back to trail. $3.74. Book online at this link with the code HikeCO for a discount.. Prices do go up for last minute bookings. 2689 0 obj <>stream Enterprise car rental is located in Durango itself. The guidebook, databook, and map book can be ordered from The Colorado Trail Foundation. Recommend using UPS or FedEx. For reference, my thru hike was 35 days which is a fairly average pace. Americas Outdoor Recreation Act Boon or bust? Map provided of this area by The Colorado Trail Foundation: Naturally, getting to and from this area will require more than the standard logistics. CACHING: Every so often, I get an inquiry asking about caching supplies along the trail. $5 for printable PDF, AVAILABLE NOW. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to the use of cookies. These sturdy, metal boxes are often used in National Park Service backcountry campsites to critter-proof food. There was 1500 feet in elevation gain over the first couple of miles. For more information, see what Bill Manning, Executive Director of The Colorado Trail Foundation, wrote. The Squak A readily available, $60, active-focused grid fleece hoodie from a Utah-based company. People in Colorado are generally aware of the CT now and are happy to help. My experience on the AT is mixed. Were two ladies who dont object to hitching, but also really want to be safe Our guidebook is designed for Denver- Durango direction, so well probably stick with that. Goliszowiec is a village in the administrative district of Gmina Zaklikw, within Stalowa Wola County, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, in south-eastern Poland. I also had to use this point as a bailout point during a very heavy snow storm on my CDT hike in 2006. Hello! Well, I go skiing on Mt Toll (13k) at theRead more , FOLLOW-UP: It is now May 12th. Resupply is similar to the PCT: Not overly hard but fewer choices and longer hitches than the AT. We wanted to minimize risks like hitchhiking and hostels, while still getting the food we needed and experiencing at least one or two of Colorados famed trail towns on a schedule that fit our pace. Our goal is to allow thru-hikers to save time and money resupplying. Easier hitch now than in years past. Could be an an in and out, or something that gets off the CT and then reconnects if you are not too concerned about purity (I tend to not care about that concept myself! Ive never hiked the CT, but am planning a 1 week trip. has an excellent set of guidelines at the Endangered Services Campaign site. Visualizing the trail and resupply points, etc., is difficult with the piecemeal maps that I have in my official CT guidebook and data book. You rock . Note that the Mountain Maps-Sawatch Range will also work for the alt. Leadville Hostel is now: The FS roads see a fair amount of traffic, esp, on a weekend. :Despite popular misconceptions, the CORSAR (Colorado Outdoor Recreation Search And Rescue) card isnotinsurance. 4) Twin Lakes at mile 175.6 - pick up 5 days of food; possibly mail box here to supplement. Small, touristy town. The Summit County Bus will also take you a little further into nearby Dillon/Silverthorne. Resupply Box provides a convenient and affordable way for hikers (and any outdoor enthusiast) to resupply with their favorite brands of food and gear both on and off the trail to maintain proper nutrition and safeguard their budgets. See below for more info. UV radiation is more intense; sun exposure is a major concern. When you login first time using a Social Login button, we collect your account public profile information shared by Social Login provider, based on your privacy settings. I have a camo 4x 3 pic cylinder I turned into a sealed container w end caps and lined with odor barrier bag.Im thinking about hiding this near cotton wood pass..thoughtsI plan to go back for itRead more , A cache could work..but I would not use something that is not bear resistant personally. Orders placed before 8pm EST (5pm PST) will be mailed the following business day. Day 6. It is so hard to find good info on the long trails about dogs and where water supply would be. [] like whereas not spending useful time attempting to determine choices at a grocery retailer. Get the food you want, especially if you have a restricted diet (many stores on the CT have limited options), No grocery shopping saves time in town (but post offices have limited hours; try to ship to hostels or stores when possible). Local shuttles. Ask nicely and you may be able to get package outside or normal business hours. Dont get confused between the two! If you do get down to the TH parking lot, it is sometimes an easy hitch into Creede, esp. What is PCT resupply? More info https://www.twobridgeslodge.com/RSVP is not required but preferred. https://pmags.com/lightweight-backpacking-101 Each year I donate a portion of the ad revenue from this page to the CTF to support their work as trail caretakers. Obviously, do not depend upon a cell phone for safety. []. The exception for bear precautions on The Colorado Trail is new as of August 2016. Contrary to popular belief, PCT hikers commonly leave the trail and venture into towns to buy more food; they don't carry all their food (for the entire hike) from the beginning. Also, the small towns stores can change or run out of inventory esp as more people hike The Colorado Trail and the CDT. Keith Wolf Kimball reports Salida town is spread out. Also, have a brief description of each town for supply purposes. Gear overview NortiV8 light duty hiking boots, Gear review: LWCWUS Thermals (MilSurplus), May be too much snow in a high snow year, esp. greetings Pmags! Not sure whatresourcesto take? Not sure what elevation you are used to, but an acclimation day or two is strongly suggested if you have the time. Feedback always welcome. Almost like clockwork! The Most Scenic Segments of the Colorado Trail, How to hike 20 mile days without (too much) pain, All about water filtration for backpacking, backpacking resources from Exploring Wild, Nepal Bans Independent Hiking and Biking in Mountain National Parks, 5 Shorter Thru Hikes in the US for Your Backpacking Bucket List, 40 Liter Ultralight Hiking Backpacks: Comparison Table, 50 Liter Hiking Backpacks: Top Picks and Packing Tips. This alternate has you surrounded by Thanks so much for the great info! But that is just my preference. The following are good Guidebooks for The Colorado Trail. Another alternative so you do not have to carry as many maps are the Latitude 40 map series. I cannot begin to express how thankful I am to have []. https://www.amtrak.com/thruway-connecting-services-multiply-your-travel-destinations, They have a thru-way bus stop in Frisco. Mobile device coverage: For the stretch from Denver to Copper Mountain (with the exception of Lost Creek Wilderness) mobile device coverage can be OK to excellent. 50 offers other lodging accommodations that are close to several restaurants, Walmart, and other facilities. The Butterly Hostel a popular option for both collegiate West and East hikers. Waterton Canyon is the official Denver terminus of The Colorado Trail. Mile marker Hiking miles Days Resupply Remarks STOP # Chief Mountain Alternate 0 0 92 mi to East Glacier: carry food for 5 days START! thank you for sharing us. Please Note:As with all mountain areas, the places below can be busy on weekends and holidays on or before Labor Day Weekend. Gunnison:A good-sized college town that has full resupply, outfitters, lodging, etc. Takes maildrops. Bailey may be an option if you need some RnR while getting your trail legs. And you may accidentally harm yourself and others because of your lack of responsibility. When I hiked the Pacific Crest Trail the least enjoyable part (besides the Tehachapi wind storms) was worrying about food resupplies in and between towns. Many local places shuttle MTBikers to the nearby Monarch Crest Trail that is part of the CT/CDT Headwater IPA at Amica brewpub highly recommended by Ed Hyatt! Very snowy. When planning your mileage for the day, try to keep this fact in mind. Dont worry if it looks like a lot, because the rest of this post is all about how to choose the best options from this list. Hiking five miles to a camp and then relaxing all weekend is a much different pace than a long hike on The Colorado Trail. The CT East section is 78.1 miles with 15,038 feet of climbing (south to north) Uber or Lyft is an option as well. I am trying my best to avoid hitching to town and this like Twin Lakes would be an awesome way of doing that. These are the places where major state or US highways intersect with the CT: Ah, the age old debate: should I prepackage and mail all my food, or buy it as I go along? Thanks! The other way involves a hitch that is reported to be easier than in years past. MPHS sells canisters only while Monarch sells neither. Higher elevations and at night, not so much. Basic camping items asSasquatch OutpostandKnotty Pine. Horses and mountain bikers (in non-wilderness areas) are also allowed in addition to hikers, walk to the nearby light rail station on 16th Street mall. Hiking solo:Enough people are hiking The Colorado Trail, especially in July and August, it will be very easy to hike with others if so desired. Excited about backpacking but need help getting started? Roughly 80 miles, easy logistics, you can resuspply along the way and there is great scenery. I would get the latest data book as it will have the changes in detail. Note that Grand Junction has a decent-sized airport with regular flights to/from Denver. [] https://pmags.com End-to-End-Guide von Paul Magnanti []. The views from North Twin Cone are quite exquisite, but the road walk can be tiring after a long day. see info below in Section Hiking Transportation for The Colorado Trail, Grand Junction has a decent-sized airport. They claim that the Post Office was shut down due to cut back, but you can still send resupply boxes to them. Very Clean and New. Could be a tough hitch. The End to End Colorado Trail guide assists in this kind of planning. Remember, your actions can impact the hikers coming after you. There are other guides that provide information also Yogis Town Guides, Pmags End to End Guides, []. http://www.the2016plan.com/coloradotrail/planning.html, surplus store such as found on eBay or Amazon. Looking at my expected dates in August its $35 including the discount ($39 without). Road trip and car camping gear and techniques, Winter trip reports, gear overviews, tips, and techniques, Time of the year to hike The Colorado Trail, Waterton Canyon and alternate Denver starting points, Guidebooks and maps for The Colorado Trail, Alternate Routes and 14ers on The Colorado Trail, Section hiking Transportation and Shuttles. I put together a Colorado Trail Collegiate Loop guide based on that trip that is adjunct to information found on this page. They also have showers and a coin operated laundry. These restrictions include portions of both the Collegiate East and West routes for the CT. For most hikers of The Colorado Trail, the primary place impacted will be the popular USFS Bootleg campground near Princeton Hot Springs. http://www.durangotrain.com/wilderness-access, http://www.wildernessjourneyspagosa.com/shuttle-taxi/, https://ridebustang.com/schedules/#gunnison, http://www.chaffeeshuttle.com/Bus-to-Denver-and-Gunnison. Please see below Durango for resupply info on Collegiate West alt route, 191.3 viaClear Creek Rd/RT 390 then US 24. Hi, Download this free town day resupply checklist to your phone, or even print it out like in the old days: Sign up to receive the free downloadable thru hiking town day checklist: Youll also receive occasional emails with other hiking and backpacking resources. Mags Im starting the collegiate loop Saturday out of Twin Lakes. What sections would you recommend I choose to hike? The CTF has confirmed they do keep a shuttle list. i just might make it out that way this summer. The guidebook, databook, and map book can be ordered from The Colorado Trail Foundation. It will determine (and be determined by) your hiking pace, style, menu, pack weight, and overall trail experience. The Postholer maps are high quality but are corridor maps as well. ] like whereas not spending useful time attempting to determine choices at a grocery retailer but fewer and... 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