A hiker will pick up their package, dump the food in their pack, and go. Would you say Erik the Blacks pocket atlas is enough for a thru-hike? Hmm..not overly familiar with dog transport options. Molas Lake Campground: Check this link under FAQ updates on resupply. It is so hard to find good info on the long trails about dogs and where water supply would be. The monsoon season may be off or even short as in recent years, possibly even more wildfires, and a prolonged fall/later winter. Keith Wolf Kimball reports Salida town is spread out. Thanks for the incredibly thorough post about the Colorado Trail. PO. Even Spring Creek pass is an easier hitch due to increased awareness of the trail. Resupply Box is currently closed for the remainder. Many people bagging Elbert and Massive make hitching from Half-moon easy as well (esp. snacks - just a boost to your current stocks to get you through to the next resupply point) Resources and inspiration to support your wildest dreams: Affiliate Disclosure: This site participates in affiliate programs, including Amazon Associates. (see info below in Section Hiking Transportation for The Colorado Trail). Some resupply possibilities are available from both, though from different mile counts and with differing degrees of difficulty. Id use some of the shuttle information listed to plan a section hike further down the trail from Salida. Detailed instructions for public transit and walking, with a camping option, here. San Luis Pass to Spring Creek Pass makes a good slackpack for those so inclined (we did). his link from The Colorado Trail Foundation may be useful as well. Similar to the Bear Creek Maps. Mags Im starting the collegiate loop Saturday out of Twin Lakes. Used some of your tips on the trail. I agree. If I was to hike the CT again, Id take the databook, the Lat 40 maps (doRead more . Ive made separate tables for Collegiate East and Collegiate West, and highlighted the section where they differ in yellow, to help you avoid any confusion about how the CW / CE decision fits into your resupply plan. if start in mid-June, A large metro area with everything you may need. As of 2021, they charge ~$45/mo. Trying to finish in 9-10 days so trying to keep my food haul light. Before mid-late June there is generally too much snow in the high country even in a lower snow year; after late September/early October there is a very great chance there will be a snowstorm where the snow will accumulate and not melt the following day. If the trend continues into 2022 safe to say leaving a car there will not become an option going forward. 2689 0 obj <>stream Amtrak runs a bus stop there to connect train routes (as they do in other areas). Maildrops are simply mailing a pre-made food parcel to a post office, hostel, or other areas in town on the trail. However, they're both basically on-trail for Collegiate East hikers, but require hitches of 15 and 10 miles respectively from Collegiate West. The rest of the stops can be either maildrop or grocery shopping. Also enjoyed the camaraderie with the other hikers there that were doing the same. Will take you to Frisco. Good update Mags. For more information, see what Bill Manning, Executive Director of The Colorado Trail Foundation, wrote. If you are into peak bagging, this route is esp. Note: These maps are not in trail order and are listed in the numerical order as put forth by National Geographic/Trails Illustrated. You will need to hike this route down for resupply more than likely. All post offices along the trail will hold packages for you - at no extra charge - for up to 30 days (then they return them). The Appalachian Long Distance Hikers Assoc. I suggest starting from either the trail town or no hitchhiking plan above and then adding stops as needed. New info and feedback are always welcome too! May take maildrops if you call ahead. The following represent a wide range of map resources for The Colorado Trail. Monsoon season in ~mid-July to ~mid-late August. Learn more or say hi. Yet carefully planning your Pacific Crest Trail food resupply strategy is critical to accomplishing a thru-hike. It is a two-part hitch via 114 and 50. Posted onApril 18, 2014June 14, 2022AuthorPaul Mags90 Comments, About The Colorado Trail and the End to End Guide. , Hello, Swagman here again. What section would you recommend? Very windy today with excellent scenery. All rights reserved. Around 100 miles is a typical long carry for a thru hiker of roughly average pace. Air BnB and VRBO are increasingly popular options for lodgingin some of the more popular tourist towns the CT goes through as an FYI. If youre going to hitch into one town on the CT, Silverton is pretty easy. Based on survey responses we can piece together what an "average" Continental Divide Trail hiker's resupply looked like for a 2020 thru-hike. Frisco is a full-service town with less expensive lodgings (esp. NO REALLY, BE SURE TO TAKE MAPS IF YOU DO ALTERNATE ROUTES! ****Due to the increasing popularity of The Colorado Trail, it is suggested that you contact a business first before you send a mail drop ****, And speaking of towns and interaction with hikers. Some of the CT is above treeline so fewer options. Copyright 2023 Resupply Box. You will want to be hydrated as well. (Update coming for the 2023 hiking season). Here are the big ones. All roads see a fair amount of traffic esp on a weekend, but 306 sees the most traffic and is by far the easiest hitch. Newer low-key hostel:The Colorado Trail House . I would not count on mid-late June and earlier. I have the 8th edition CT guidebook and the CT data book. Do you have any advice for someone about to transition to thru hiking? Please Hold for CDT Hiker, ETA Monarch Mountain Lodge 1058.1 1918.3 CO 289.5 Monarch Pass, Hwy 50 2 mi northeast Lodging, Laundry, Showers Will hold resupply packages, Prefer to pick up meals you made yourself be it for nutritional or personal taste. We had a blast. Heet is usually found in gas stations, hardware stores, auto supply stores, grocery stores, and convenience stores in the automotive section mixed in with the oil, transmission fluid, etc. But, we have to start somewhere! Justin Simoni also has very detailed information on accessing the 14ers from The Colorado Trail. This link for cell phone coverage will give more coverage info and for your particular carrier. Sign up here for occasional emails full of inspiration and information about backpacking and hiking. hbbd```b``M 5dA$W-&H `v)|">H w%dr|I`_X&"` fIS&F`10 7@} e I mostly prepared my own meals in the hostel kitchens (which are pretty well-equipped) to help me contain expenses. Thanks! I am used to a lot hiking in Oregon, but was wondering if the high altitude might lead to fewer? Once your account is created, you'll be logged-in to this account. About Da Bears:While there are black bears on The Colorado Trail, they are not even as remotely aggressive as their High Sierra cousins. The Colorado Trail Foundation website for $40: http://bearcreeksurvey.com/colorado_trail_mapbook.htm. Im Alissa, your virtual guide, here to help you make your biggest, boldest adventure dreams a reality. Also, the small towns stores can change or run out of inventory esp as more people hike The Colorado Trail and the CDT. Between approximately miles 180 and 260 from Denver, the route splits into these two parallel options for the next ~80 miles. General store with basic backpacking food and supplies. Remember, your actions can impact the hikers coming after you. If you want to continue the high country route (and add a fair amount of mileage) continue into the Platte River Mountain range and follow the range to North Twin Cone Peak, follow the long and meandering dirt road down to Kenosha Pass and rejoin The Colorado Trail. Also, new commercial enterprises are mailing out food, gear, and other sundries to hikers. Email the CT Foundation to request the list of shuttlers and their contact information. Also, I saw a presentation at Neptune Mountaineering where the two hikers cleverly used metal ammo boxes from the surplus store such as found on eBay or Amazon. After calling both to verify I found out neither sell alchy or heet. I like your article post and its very useful blog. Those sections will be more remote and will require longer food carries, or more time between resupply towns. Remember, hiking The Colorado Trail is a privilege and not a right. Thank you so much. Inbar O. However, starting in the summer of 2020, youll need an SWA Pass to traverse segment 12 of the Collegiate East. 50 offers other lodging accommodations that are close to several restaurants, Walmart, and other facilities. There are some caveats that do apply: Fuel canisters should be found in the following places. Even the dime store sunglasses now have 100% UVA and UVB protection. It does NOT have the 2014 Collegiate West re-route however. Another alternative so you do not have to carry as many maps are the Latitude 40 map series. Frisco: You can pick up the same free bus in Copper (Summit Stage) as for Breck. The Dog-Friendly Start Indian Creek Trail. Thanks for putting it together. Probably not a bad map to include, though. Takes maildrops. Small, touristy town. Lodging in cabins. Hes very responsive and gives excellent feedback. Once back online, inventory is verified prior to order placement. they also have fresh food - ice cream, hot dogs, sandwichs, etc. Hey Paul, thanks so much for putting together this guide! In general, esp in outdoorsy areas, you should have no trouble finding a hitch. Sorting through the various towns and mail drop options can feel overwhelming when you dont have enough information. James and Rebecca hiked the CT in 2009 using bear canisters cached along the trail. Finally, a very strong suggestion is to spend a three-day weekend hiking ~15 MPD. You can have resupply boxes sent to you along the trail. You have stated that a bear vault is an overkill and that the bears of Colorado are not as aggressive as those of California (I hopeRead more , Hi Inbar! I was curious if i was reading the info right. Amazon and other online resources also carry the guidebook. It is a labor of love and good to give back to something I love. There is no additional fee for purchasing items through these links. Thanks for reading! Consult your guidebook and maps if you want to know more about the 14ers that can be done from the CT. Water is also scarce along the ridge itself. Of course, you can mix and match between the two for a more varied experience. Were two ladies who dont object to hitching, but also really want to be safe Our guidebook is designed for Denver- Durango direction, so well probably stick with that. If you continue to be blocked, please send an email to secruxurity@sizetedistrict.cVmwom with: https://coloradotrail.org/traveling-the-ct/resupply-towns/, Mozilla/5.0 (Macintosh; Intel Mac OS X 10_15_6) AppleWebKit/605.1.15 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/15.5 Safari/605.1.15, A summary of what you were doing and why you need access to this site. The FS road requires a walk down to a semi-official parking area at Equity Mine and hoping for traffic. :D) It will be a bit off the beaten path, however. Probably will go out there again this summer and hike to Salida from Denver. Well, I go skiing on Mt Toll (13k) at theRead more , FOLLOW-UP: It is now May 12th. One solution many of us have found is to make a sign (Need ride to town or ride to trail) out of some cardboard scrap or, this isRead more . There are very few old and bold mountaineers. If in doubt about the weather head down and dont climb up to the summit. Hiking solo:Enough people are hiking The Colorado Trail, especially in July and August, it will be very easy to hike with others if so desired. Also dont expect phone service out there if youre running late or early and need to contact your shuttler from the trail. And finally, for general advice about backpacking that will undoubtedly apply to the CT, check out these popular resources: Spend your town time resting and eating instead of worrying what youre forgetting. Follow this route to the Ben Tyler trail junction (unofficially called Platosha Pass ) and then head south to rejoin The Colorado Trail. Elkhorn RV resorthas tent sites and heated camper cabins. Best of luck on your Colorado Trail journey! Hiking five miles to a camp and then relaxing all weekend is a much different pace than a long hike on The Colorado Trail. Mail yourself some comfy clothes! Various ways to reach including two-mile hike down a jeep road. Ship yourself other things you need: medication, contact lenses, etc. . TH at 240 is for Angel of Shavano, a 14er. for your forwards and e mails. If you buy through these affiliate links I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. A selection of my personal must-have favorites for backpacking and hiking: Platypus Ultralight Collapsible SoftBottle. Id love to detour off the CT and stop in Telluride on the way to Durango. Ending in Denver is also much easier logistically to get back home vs Durango. 5) Monarch Pass at mile 261.7 - mail box to pick up here at Monarch Crest Store or hitch get a shuttle to Salida; 5 days of food The others are small town grocery or general stores and you will have to be flexible with your menu choices, but a full resupply is always possible (unless you have dietary restrictions). Im allergic to hitchhiking, so this information is just what I need! Thanks for this great information. Colorado 14ers:The 14ers are the high peaks in Colorado. Hikers disagree on which town is best. But I think the folks at the motel know her. In the Fall of 2017, I hiked the Collegiate Loop. Here are the stops to consider first if youre into the trail town scene: The towns listed above tend to be favorites of CT hikers, but of course you can fill in between them with other stops (see the Slow and/or Light plan), or skip those you dont need. Salida, CO 81201http://salidachamber.org/monarch-crest/. Makes a nice way to start The Colorado Trail. Enterprise has been reported to do pickups (such as a motel room). I figured that if Im going to be using the trail, I should also volunteer to help maintain it. In fact, its a small town everyone knows her! Could be an easy hitch. Heres a very detailed and statistic-based Colorado Trail Class of 2016 post. Full-service town. This is probably not a big deal for most folks, but you never know. This is a mainly off-trail route that takes in the highest peak in the Kenosha Range (Peak 12429; unofficially called Peak X) in the Lost Creek Wilderness and is a high route parallel to The Colorado Trail below. Though written for the Pacific Crest Trail, this. The CT West route could be more aptly named the CT direct as it goes through the Collegiate Peaks mountains, rather than around to the West. The higher mileage, climbing, and average elevation, make the CT West route more challenging (and in my opinion, more aesthetically pleasing) than the CT East route. Especially on weekends, you will see many people on a summit. Generally speaking, the window for hiking the CT is no earlier than mid-late June (depending on snowpack) and ending no later than late September/ early October. Not sure whatresourcesto take? Dont be surprised if the accommodations are full for a busy summer weekend! USFS Bootleg campground near Princeton Hot Springs. Silverton Hardware would like to update our through hiker information from above. Besides allowing dogs, the alternate start has a campground at the start of the alternate, and camping is allowed along the way. Any suggestions for where to leave in Durango at or near the trailhead- or what business to contact in Durango to get info on where to leave a vehicle? Here are some other resources about The Colorado Trail: Once you have completed The Colorado Trail, be sure to fill out The Colorado Trail Completers form. The food at the Twin Lakes Inn is very good. A map book of this loop is also available. For example, Mt. Silver Spur Motel reported being good as well. Lyft and Uber are viable options as well. The post has some fantastic information that should be read as well. They claim that the Post Office was shut down due to cut back, but you can still send resupply boxes to them. Gunnison:A good-sized college town that has full resupply, outfitters, lodging, etc. Also, do you know anything about the quality of these maps: there is also a campground about two miles from the Durango Terminus of The Colorado Trail. I appreciate all the time&energy you put out there for the world! [] foods I want while not spending valuable time trying to figure out options at a grocery store. Uber or Lyft is an option as well. Ive left them as-is for simplicity, since it makes the tables far easier to create and read. http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/colorado-trail-pocket-map-k-scott-parks/1108036789?r=1&ean=9781468029055&kpid=9781468029055&cm_mmc=GooglePLA-_-Book_Under5-_-Q000000633-_-9781468029055, Thanks for the kind words. But also unfortunately, the same is true! I wont duplicate all those details here, but I will hopefully help you make sense of all the options. Best site for the CT I have found yet. Ive been backpacking since for about 8 years now but ive never been out for more than 7 days. Makes it easier to filter my mail. Written quite a few years ago for the Appalachian Trail, the guidelines work equally well for the growing amount of hikers on The Colorado Trail. Note that this plan requires at least one maildrop to be sent in advance, right around the halfway point (convenient for restocking anything thats hard to find along the way). Looking at my expected dates in August its $35 including the discount ($39 without). If time is your primary concern, you may complete your hike faster overall by carrying a bit more weight and stopping less frequently. Looking for historic mountain towns, hoppin breweries, and perhaps a hostel scene where you might meet other thru hikers? I only recommend and link to products I know and love. Another option that may work is the Ursack http://www.ursack.com/the-shop/. Its very extensive and I cant wait to go next summer! No need to walk from store to store trying to find what youre looking for. Planning your PCT resupply strategy is one of the most difficult & daunting parts of getting ready for your thru-hike. , Aloha, Leadville Hostel is now: The FS roads see a fair amount of traffic, esp, on a weekend. Theres more where this came from! No need to purchase entire cases of Clif Bars at a time and get burned out. This article may help as well. An easy walk or hitch (or at least partial hitch) to the trailhead. With more wildfires and drier conditions in the American West, open flame bans are becoming more common. Hmm..not really since the CDT/Collegiate West route is simply higher and above the Collegiate West route. The rule of thumb is pretty accurate, however. By The Colorado Trail, The Colorado Trail: The Trailside Databook, 8th Edition. There are pros and cons to both. Thanks. These are the places where major state or US highways intersect with the CT: Ah, the age old debate: should I prepackage and mail all my food, or buy it as I go along? Thanks. As of Sept 2017, there is a bear box in the camp for food storage. That means alcohol stoves and Esbit stoves. https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/psicc/recarea/?recid=12953, http://www.coloradotrail.org/forms/Seg1Map_Singletrack_Dogs.pdf. thanks, D, UK. Do you want to hitchhike, or avoid it as much as possible? Maybe call The Colorado Trial Foundation and see if a private person is willing to do a shuttle with your dog? https://pmags.com/quick-tip-ammo-boxes-for-caching. This way, I would only carry 2 days' worth of food for the section between Boss Lake and Monarch Pass today, enabling me to . If you do not find a shuttle (see below), you can get there via these instructions: Excellent overview of the three alternates via The Colorado Trail Foundation. We are, however, stocking more fuel, freeze-dried food, meal bars, electrolytes, and first aid than we have ever carried in the past for hikers. 103 Sanibel Crest Pl, Montgomery, TX 77316. At ~$30, an affordable alternative as well. There is no charge for this permit. This is wondrous information. NatGeo Trails Illustrated has a map set avail as of Summer 2017. There are many other RV storage places where you might also inquire but some wont take cars. I appreciated your End to End guide, and used it to help me thru the CT in 2018. The end of the trip will prove to be easy terrain-wise. For more information, see what Bill Manning, Executive Director of The Colorado Trail Foundation, wrote. Thanks for pointing out the error. Roxys Bottle Shop 102 E Rainbow Blvd. Treat yourself to a beer and a burger. If you start The Colorado Trail later in the day. http://www.elkhornrvresort.com/. Me and my good friend are hiking thru with my three dogs and his one. Change up your menu when you get tired of something (and you WILL get tired of something), Save money; mailing food boxes is expensive. 719-539-4163. The San Juan sections, overall, end up as the most scenic. Appreciate the updates. Picture Information. Her number is 719-850-8715. Hitching:Hitching into town to resupply is usually needed. Almost like clockwork! Also known as the 2020 pandemic plan this Colorado Trail resupply plan keeps you away from towns and minimizes resupply-related transport as much as possible. The owner of San Juan Sports offers rides to the Trailhead up that 4WD road and theres a woman named Debbie who shuttles to Spring Creek Pass. Thx for all the great CT info! , Hi Paul, First of all thank you so very much for posting this helpful online guide! Chief Mountain Route Jct 35,9 27,4mi Many Glacier 35,1 1,5 YES On trail Two Medicine 90,3 2 One Hike A Day Thru-hiking the globe . If you choose to shop along the way, note that only Breck/Frisco have fully stocked mega-supermarkets. The Monarch Crest Gift Shop, a short hike north from where the Collegiate West route crosses Highway 50, has some . Monarch Mountain Lodge is a great stopping place to rest your head, restock on supplies or just take advantage of our showers and laundry room. Thanks for the guide! Roads included are Halfmoon, Winfield, Hancock, Cottonwood, Mt. Hope you enjoy your time in the States. This affects both the CDT and CT where they cross popular car camping roads. Im about a quarter of the way through it as of 2015. Many local places shuttle MTBikers to the nearby Monarch Crest Trail that is part of the CT/CDT Headwater IPA at Amica brewpub highly recommended by Ed Hyatt! Is it possible to email the resupply chart. Theyre a great way to top up your food supplies or stretch your meal plan a little further. Mount Princeton Hot Springs and Monarch Crest Souvenir Shop WhiteBlaze Pages 2022 A Complete Appalachian Trail Guidebook. Lake City has become one of the go to places on the CT and CDT. Unlike the AT with its shelter system, the CT is mainly dispersed camping. May want to contact The Colorado Trail Foundation and see if they have some resources that may be useful for bikers. Ask nicely and you may be able to get package outside or normal business hours. It was expensive for the condition of the place. Just as you hike at your own pace, you can order at your own pace as well. Getting back to Denver or into Durango you have a few different options. If you are Denver-bound, the hiking season can be extended about 1 week or so as you will be in the lower elevations at the end of the trail. I have a camo 4x 3 pic cylinder I turned into a sealed container w end caps and lined with odor barrier bag.Im thinking about hiding this near cotton wood pass..thoughtsI plan to go back for itRead more , A cache could work..but I would not use something that is not bear resistant personally. He picked my brain for an hour or so at a coffee shop in Boulder just before he did the CT. Out of that conversation, this doc was written. Take care to not mix up resupply stops on Collegiate West vs. East. Always good to call ahead. The Most Scenic Segments of the Colorado Trail, How to hike 20 mile days without (too much) pain, All about water filtration for backpacking, backpacking resources from Exploring Wild, Nepal Bans Independent Hiking and Biking in Mountain National Parks, 5 Shorter Thru Hikes in the US for Your Backpacking Bucket List, 40 Liter Ultralight Hiking Backpacks: Comparison Table, 50 Liter Hiking Backpacks: Top Picks and Packing Tips. I am planning a CT hike and hopefully will include a CW loop in it. thank you for sharing us. 2641 0 obj <> endobj Interested in exploring some high country soon into your trip? When you login first time using a Social Login button, we collect your account public profile information shared by Social Login provider, based on your privacy settings. Monarch Crest Gift Shop & Tramway 24500 Hwy 50 W Salida, CO 81201 [email protected] 719.539.4091 719.339.8567 Open 8am to 6pm 7 days a week The manager said that she will be getting her complete stock of snacks in next week, but she has no plans to order dehydrated hiker food or major grocery items. Marginal resupply. See https://www.monarchbutterflyhouse.com/, On trail store. Outfitter. 3) Breckenridge/Frisco at mile 104.4 - Resupply with 4.5 days food; shower/laundry at hostel. Is this included in the data book, or is there a better way to find this info? Paul: Thank you for posting information on the CO Trail. these links may help: With this in mind, let's take a look at the PCT Class of 2020's resupply. Or is it likely to be full in mid July? Goliszowiec is a village in the administrative district of Gmina Zaklikw, within Stalowa Wola County, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, in south-eastern Poland. Just by reading this article, youre supporting the Colorado Trail Foundation. 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