Hi all...it's been awhile since I have been on this site (not sure why, not big on using my computer all the time I guess). Anyway, it's that time of the year again when several of us from Columbus, Ohio come to the one place we all wish was home to us...Colorado. This year we will be climbing Longs Peak again, as well as running the Rocky Mountain Half Marathon. We're staying in the Estes Park area and will do as much as we can while in the area (fly fish, day hikes, mountain bike, etc).
I always like some first hand knowledge on other "must do's" in the area. We leave this Sunday, will drive all night and arrive Monday morning. We have some planned hikes to acclimate ourselves once we arrive, but any and all suggestions are welcome.
This time we are staying at the Battle Mountain campsite before our ascent to the Longs Peak summit. This will be a nice change, although we will still get up early enough to beat most crowds...I hope.
Hopefully we'll see some of you while we are out and about, as well as during the half marathon.
Have a great weekend and we can't wait to be at our home away from home.
Cheers!
Buckeyes in the Rockies
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Strongbow72
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tnorman
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Re: Buckeyes in the Rockies
Sweet. I moved from Columbus, Ohio 5 years ago to Denver. Nice to seem some Buckeyes roaming the trails! Wish I had some suggestions, but I'm working too much and don't get much chance to get out (not what I planned but it's reality right now). Enjoy this lovely state!
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WishIWasInTheMts
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Re: Buckeyes in the Rockies
If you want to avoid crowds on Longs and haven't looked into it yet I'd recommend the Loft route up and keyhole down. It's much less traveled and, in my opinion, more fun. You can even hit Meeker, which is a fun climb to a really sweet summit. I'd say the Loft is only slightly harder than the keyhole.
Grand Lake is one of my favorite mountain towns and worth a visit if you have time. From there, you can go on a number of day hikes. A good one is Lulu City which passes along the headwaters of the Colorado and goes past the site of an old ghost town! The drive over Trail Ridge never gets old.
You really can't go wrong with whatever you decide on doing. Have a great trip!
Grand Lake is one of my favorite mountain towns and worth a visit if you have time. From there, you can go on a number of day hikes. A good one is Lulu City which passes along the headwaters of the Colorado and goes past the site of an old ghost town! The drive over Trail Ridge never gets old.
You really can't go wrong with whatever you decide on doing. Have a great trip!
Re: Buckeyes in the Rockies
Good luck! I moved to Denver 3 years ago after I graduated from Ohio State. Sounds like an awesome time!
I'm currently vacationing in Jackson Hole and hiked Middle Teton today. We got probably 4 "OH!"s while hiking. Even though we did pass a group of 6 graduates from TSUN. Always love seeing/hearing Buckeyes on the trails!
I'm currently vacationing in Jackson Hole and hiked Middle Teton today. We got probably 4 "OH!"s while hiking. Even though we did pass a group of 6 graduates from TSUN. Always love seeing/hearing Buckeyes on the trails!
"In anticipation of tomorrow don't lose sight of today"
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peterkfes
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Re: Buckeyes in the Rockies
Hello to fellow Buckeye fourteener lovers! Born, raised, and residing in the greater Boston area, did my graduate work at Ohio State. Enjoy your return trip up Longs, my trek to the summit is the signature climb of my 27 to date and I have it on the list as my capstone climb when this adventure finally ends.
Every summit marker photo I take includes my small stuffed Brutus mascot seated next to the marker...Go Bucks! That said, I've also thoroughly enjoyed meeting and talking with Oklahoma, Nebraska, Colorado, and so many other fans on the trails. While I hike alone as a means of relaxing and escaping life for a few weeks each year, the people I meet on the mountains make the day that much more rewarding.
I'm driving out in two weeks with Crestone Peak on this year's list. Hope to run into a fellow Buckeye or two on the Red Gully...and any other university fan as well.
A shout out to Bill for bringing us all together on this website, the effort is greatly appreciated.
Every summit marker photo I take includes my small stuffed Brutus mascot seated next to the marker...Go Bucks! That said, I've also thoroughly enjoyed meeting and talking with Oklahoma, Nebraska, Colorado, and so many other fans on the trails. While I hike alone as a means of relaxing and escaping life for a few weeks each year, the people I meet on the mountains make the day that much more rewarding.
I'm driving out in two weeks with Crestone Peak on this year's list. Hope to run into a fellow Buckeye or two on the Red Gully...and any other university fan as well.
A shout out to Bill for bringing us all together on this website, the effort is greatly appreciated.
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hoff_hikes
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Good luck on your trip. I left Columbus 4 years ago and have been enjoying every minute of being in Colorado. When I do see hikers wearing Ohio State hats, etc., I will shout out 'OH' even though my hiking partner is a TUN graduate. Have fun, be safe and enjoy the Rocky Mountain Half Marathon. I did it a few years back and it was a blast.
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YonderMountain
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Re: Buckeyes in the Rockies
O-H! Hope your week in this great state has been going well! Good luck on the Half Marathon.
Was born and raised in Columbus, went to OU in Athens for college and been in Colorado for the past 14 years. Love going back to see my family, buckeye games along the Olentangy River and Tommy's Pizza.
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Was born and raised in Columbus, went to OU in Athens for college and been in Colorado for the past 14 years. Love going back to see my family, buckeye games along the Olentangy River and Tommy's Pizza.
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