I am looking for some good hikes within 2 hours drive of Denver that are less then 12k in elevation and are class I or II.
Thanks,
alex
Less then 12k
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alexosias
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mt_turtle
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Re: Less then 12k
The below topic may help!
http://www.14ers.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=15769
http://www.14ers.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=15769
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mtnnose
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Re: Less then 12k
Hiking the peaks, green mountain, bear peak or south boulder peak, are great outings, with signficant vertical gain and wonderful views of boulder/denver.
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Jim Davies
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Re: Less then 12k
Bison Peak! The coolest 12er around (so a few feet over your requirement), in the Lost Creek Wilderness area. 12 miles round trip from the Ute Creek trailhead, all class 1 or 2 with the exception of any boulder piles you feel like scrambling on (including the actual summit).
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Brad
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Re: Less then 12k
Mt. Rosa in Colorado Springs is 11,499' and you stand a good chance of having the summit to yourself. There are multiple routes depending on how long of a hike you want. It also has history as it is the peak Zebulon Pike climbed thinking he was climbing Pikes. There is a cave near the summit if you want to make a night of it.
