Looking across Shadow Mountain Lake into Rocky Mountain National Park, a crown jewel in the American national park system, the park reveals an entirely different character in the winter months. A serene blanket of snow covers the landscape, transforming the park into a tranquil and awe-inspiring winter wonderland. The sharp, rugged peaks of the Rockies … Continue reading POTW: Shadow Mountain Lake
The gallivanting moose, as photographed inside Rocky Mountain National Park. The park covers over 415 square miles and is a breathtaking mosaic of alpine meadows, dense forests, rugged peaks, and pristine lakes. Rocky Mountain National Park's diverse ecosystems provide the ideal habitat for a variety of wildlife, including the moose. Here, the moose is emblematic … Continue reading POTW: The Gallivanting Moose
2023 has been an emotionally charged year for us, for a multitude of reasons. And the culmination of those situations significantly impacted our winter travels. With that said, we only embarked on two winter trips in 2023, both of which were to Grand Lake. Even though that is all we did, those trips possessed elements … Continue reading 2023 Winter Wrap-Up and What’s Next?
Winter in the Kawuneeche Valley, Rocky Mountain National Park. Looking west from the Bowen/Baker Trailhead into the Never Summer Range and wilderness.
Stella and I spent the day backcountry skiing in GTNP. Our adventure started at the winter gate closure on the Moose entrance side of the Moose ~ Wilson Road. We skied along the road before entering the Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve and skied toward the Snake River to the east. We continued along the river … Continue reading POTW: Backcountry in GTNP
The Colorado High Country, the Never Summer Range tucked inside Rocky Mountain National Park. This view never gets old but requires a little work to get to in the winter, about 5 miles to be exact. However, well worth the effort.
Theme song for Base Camp @ Grand Lake The golden mountains of the high country. Fall in Rocky Mountain National Park is always special. So, if you happened to miss the reveal of our theme song, click play and sit back and enjoy the view.