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Hiking North Schell Peak: 11,883′ Highest Point in High Schells Wilderness
Hiking North Schell Peak is a rewarding experience where you'll find many aspen, a flowing creek, great panoramic views and likely, complete solitude. It's also a great change of scenery and an opportunity to beat the heat at lower elevation. North Schell Peak reaches 11,883 feet elevation with a prominence of 5,404 feet. These impressive numbers make it both a high point and an "ultraprominent" peak in the High Schells Wilderness near Ely, Nevada. The North Schells Wilderness is a long, skinny mountain range stretching about 140 miles encompassing a beautiful landscape and several beckoning peaks.
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Hiking Mount Shavano Peak 14,229′ | Steep and Rewarding
Hiking Mount Shavano Peak is a great option for tackling one of Colorado's many 14ers. It reaches an impressive 14,229 feet elevation which result in incredible panoramic views from the summit. But hiking Mount Shavano also provides a unique opportunity to bag two peaks over 14,000 feet in one challenging day hike. From the summit of Mount Shavano, take on another mile in the sky to reach Tabeguache Peak at 14,162 feet.
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Bill Williams Mountain Lookout | Williams, AZ
Conveniently located just off I-40, hiking Bill Williams Mountain is a great opportunity to earn vast area views from the 9,256 foot summit. The hike begins at Williams District Ranger Station at about 7,000 feet and climbs steadily through the fir and aspen gaining about 2,250 feet. The trail is well maintained and is shaded for the majority of the hike. Hiking Bill Williams Mountain trail is a great way to beat the heat as the combination of shade and elevation make favorable summer hiking conditions. At the summit, enjoy views of the vast surroundings and peaks in the distance.
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Beautiful Hike Mount Elbert Peak – NE Ridge
Mount Elbert is the highest mountain in Colorado, standing at 14,433 feet! It is located in the Sawatch Range and it is also the second highest peak in the contiguous United States - just 63 feet short of Mount Whitney. This hike is suprisingly accessible and non-technical with amazing views and a great sense of accomplishment!
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North Halfmoon Lakes + Mount Massive Amazing Backpacking Trip
If you're looking for an overnight adventure in the Leadville area we would definitely recommend backpacking to North Halfmoon Lakes with a summit of Mount Massive! Go during the week to experience solitude as you explore the three beautiful high elevation lakes that make up North Halfmoon Lakes. And after a gorgeous day of exploring the lakes, sleep lakeside and enjoy the stunning display of stars. Then enjoy a challenge as the marmots and pika keep you company on your way to the summit of Mount Massive. And the views from the top… worth every step.
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Hiking in Crested Butte | Hiking Teocalli Peak
Hiking Teocalli Peak is a steep, challenging adventure to a very rewarding summit! The views from atop Teocalli are truly incredible - extremely beautiful, vast and surprisingly colorful. We had done a bit of hiking in the Crested Butte area but we had yet to experience a Colorado summit. And there are so many trails and peaks to choose from in the area! We were really happy with our decision to hike Teocalli Peak.
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Hiking Humphreys Peak via Inner Basin Trail
Humphreys Peak is the highest point in Arizona making it a popular destination for hikers. There are several routes to the summit. Skip the crowded Humphreys Peak Trail and enjoy the scenery and solitude on Inner Basin Trail!
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Hiking Lassen Peak | Lassen National Park
Hiking Lassen Peak is a very popular trail in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Not only is it the highest point within the park at 10,457 feet, but it is also a great way to experience amazing panoramic views of the area! And of course, with the 2,000 feet of elevation gain this is a beautiful and rewarding way to get in a workout.
