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White River National ForestWhite River National Forest is a U.S. National Forest that is located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. It is the most visited national forest in the United States, with over 11 million visitors in 2016. The forest encompasses 2,285,970 acres of land, making it the largest National Forest in Colorado and the second-largest in the Rocky Mountain region. The Forest also contains several popular ski areas, including Vail Mountain and Beaver Creek Resort.
New York MountainNew York Mountain is a mountain in Eagle County, Colorado. Gold Dust Peak lies south of New York Mountain and New York Lake is located southeast. The New York Mountain Trail leads to the summit. The mountain is the site of mining ruins from the late nineteenth century.
Mystic Island LakeA small beautiful lake located at the end of a remote valley in the Holy Cross Wilderness. Enjoy either a long, scenic trail hike, or, for those so inclined, look down on the lake from the heights of Fools Peak, a peak whose name alone demands exploration.
Mount JacksonMount Jackson is a high and prominent mountain summit in the northern Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. The mountain was named in honor of photographer William Henry Jackson, who accompanied the Hayden Survey in the 1870s. It is a good trekking destination and also it has vast wildlife too.
Holy Cross WildernessThe 122,797-acre wilderness with 164 miles of trails was established in 1980 in the San Isabel and White River national forests near Leadville. It is a rugged and beautiful backcountry with many satisfying routes and experiences. The Holy Cross Wilderness has a history of many hikers, often those who are unprepared, becoming endangered. Primarily, the hikers who require rescue are unfamiliar with the risks of entering wilderness areas
Missouri Lakes TrailThe Missouri Lakes trail is 4.4 miles long. It begins at Missouri Creek Road #704 and ends at Cross Creek Trail and Fancy Pass Trail #2006: The first mile of the trail passes diversion dams and water pipelines. Just past mile 1, the trail crosses the creek at the mouth of a miniature canyon, creating a breath taking view.The trail climbs a short, steep distance to the basin that holds the Missouri Lakes.
Mount of the Holy CrossMount of the Holy Cross is a high and prominent mountain summit in the northern Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. Mount of the Holy Cross has a history of endangering the lives of many hikers. Although the summit on Mount of the Holy Cross is frequently reached on a long day hike, hikers have become stranded or lost through missing the right turn down the ridgeline, heading straight down and into the wilderness.
Beaver Lake TrailThe Beaver Lake Trail begins at the base of the Beaver Creek Ski Area and continues past Beaver Lake at 3.3 miles, ending at Turquoise Lakes: This trail follows Beaver Creek as you hike through aspens and thimbleberry on an old wagon trail then onto singletrack up through coniferous forest to the Holy Cross Wilderness boundary at mile 3. From here you are only 0.3 miles from Beaver Lake.
Beaver Creek ResortBeaver Creek Resort is a major ski resort in the western United States, near Avon, Colorado. The resort comprises three villages, the main Beaver Creek Village, Bachelor Gulch, and Arrowhead to the west. The resort is owned and operated by Vail Resorts which operates multiple additional resorts. Beaver Creek is a regular host of World Cup events, usually in early December.
Mountain MusherMountain Musher offers the best dog sledding in the Vail Valley, Colorado. Private beautiful trails, free from snowmobiles, await you.
Nottingham LakeThis is a beautiful place to spend a summer or winter day. The lake is great for fishing and paddle-boating in the summer and ice skating and ice fishing in the winter. You can stroll along the waters edge on recreation paths or set up a picnic with the family.
Cross Creek TrailheadCross Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Minturn, Colorado. The trail begins following a ridge and then drops down to Cross Creek. There is a bridge crossing at 1 mile in a meadow that is usually filled with wildflowers. This, or a view of Mount of the Holy Cross from a rock outcropping a bit further, make nice destinations for a short day hike.
Timberline LakeTimberline Lake is in the midst of the Pinelands, a 650,000 acre wilderness area abounding with wildlife, meandering rivers and tranquil lakes. Fresh and saltwater fishing, swimming and boating are favorite area sports, along with crabbing and hunting. It offers peaceful, quiet, and relaxing camping right in the heart of the New Jersey Pinelands and Shore Region.
West Tennessee Lake TrailWest Tennessee Lakes is a 5 km blue singletrack trail located near Leadville Colorado. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. It takes off from Lily at a steep grade headed northwest from here. The route finds its way around a rocky hill towards the wide meadow which envelops West Tennessee Creek.
Aspen Skiing Company Aspen Skiing Company is the largest ski resort operator in the United States, with a total of four ski areas in Colorado: Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Buttermilk, and Highlands. The company was founded in 1946 by Walter Paepcke, and its first ski area, Aspen Mountain, opened in 1947. Today, Aspen Skiing Company employs over 3,000 people and welcomes over 1 million visitors each year. Located in Pitkin County, Colorado, the company is a major contributor to the county's economy.
Slide LakeSlide Lake is a beautiful Alpine Lake situated at 11,740' in elevation. The area is flanked on the Southwest by Homestake Peak, and half of the lake is part of the Holy Cross Wilderness Area. Slide Lake and the surrounding area are popular among hikers, anglers, offroaders, and those looking to seek Wilderness Areas' solitude.
Galena MountainGalena Mountain rises to the west of the town of Leadville in the northern parts of the Sawatch Mountains of central Colorado.The range was extremely jagged and permanently topped with ice and snow. The mountains were rich in valuable minerals, and mining operations were among the most productive on Toril. Due to the extremely impassable terrain that constituted the majority of the mountain range.
Hunter-Fryingpan WildernessThe Hunter-Fryingpan Wilderness is located in the White River and Gunnison National Forests in central Colorado. It encompasses over 485,000 acres and includes the Hunter Creek, Fryingpan River, and South Fork Eagle River drainages. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, bighorn sheep, bears, and cougars. There are also numerous hiking trails that wind through the wilderness, offering breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains.
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Sylvan Lake State ParkSylvan Lake State Park is a Colorado state park located in Eagle County, 10 miles south of Eagle, Colorado. The 1,548-acre park established in 1987 and surrounded by the White River National Forest includes a 42-acre lake and 1.5 miles of trails. Facilities include a visitors center, boat ramp, campsites, cabins, yurts and picnic sites.