Hiking the Rocky Mountains

High-altitude trails with afternoon thunderstorm patterns. Most peaks are best climbed mid-July through early September.

Longs Peak via Keyhole Route

CO
Estes Park, Colorado

Colorado's most technical standard 14er route, with serious exposure.

Strenuous14.5 mi5,100 ft gain

Emerald Lake Trail

CO
Estes Park, Colorado

Three pristine alpine lakes beneath Hallett Peak and Flattop Mountain.

Easy3.5 mi650 ft gainPermit

Cascade Canyon Trail

WY
Moose, Wyoming

A glacially-carved canyon between the Grand Teton and Mount Owen.

Moderate9.1 mi1,100 ft gain

Pawnee Pass Trail

CO
Ward, Colorado

Climb past Lake Isabelle to a 12,541-foot pass on the Continental Divide.

Hard9.2 mi2,100 ft gainPermit