Turnaround Point, and stopped for lunch — According to my calculations, I was about three-and-a-half miles into my hike, and this log offered a great view and spot to eat lunch.
Colorado Trail
Descending — Nearly down the south side of the ridge, and the trail is leveling out. It was quite rugged in places.
October 8, 2025 12:39
I could almost be in Hercules Glades — If the Glades were at around 10,000ft, that is. I’m following the trail as it runs along the northern side of the ridge.
October 8, 2025 12:21
Looking over the other side of the ridge — I’m facing roughly southeast. The drop on this side of the ridge is only 300ft. Hopefully not a very rugged descent, and not too far for me to climb up on my return.
October 8, 2025 12:15
Under an hour later and I’m on the top of the ridge — And what a view! The fall colors and mountains are spectacular. That was a lot easier than I expected, but it was very steep in places. It was worth it for the views.
October 8, 2025 12:01
On the Colorado Trail — Okay, I did a tiny bit of this trail yesterday, but I’m counting this as my first hike on a major through trail. I’ll only be going a total of seven miles or so, but that’s enough for me with all the elevation I’ll be gaining.
October 8, 2025 11:08
Chalk Cliffs from the Colorado Trail. Day 8 – Road Trip, October 2025. Of course, they are not chalk. They are white quartz left behind after other minerals have been leached from the original rock by hot water.
October 8, 2025 11:01
Day 8. Colorado Trail Segment 14: Chalk Creek to US Hwy 50. Day 8 – Road Trip, October 2025.