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If you’re planning a visit to the Rocky Mountains you better make sure it contains a visit to Pikes Peak, the “most visited” mountain in North America and the second most visited in the world second only to Japan’s Mount Fuji. How’s that for notoriety. Pretty lofty, wouldn’t you agree? And speaking of “lofty,” you should know that Pikes Peak rises over 14,000 feet above sea level with over 500,000 people reaching its summit each year. When planning your trip you should allow at least two hours to make the 38-mile round trip from the base to the summit and keep in mind that uphill traffic has the right of way at all times. Stopping should only be done in the turnouts provided. On the way down you should always use the lowest gear available and make every effort to not “ride” ‘your brakes since this can lead to problems such as overheating or failure. Also, while up on the mountain try to stay aware of signs for altitude sickness such as headache, dizziness or impaired judgment. If you experience any of these, the only treatment is to reduce your altitude. In the winter watch out for (more…)

If you visit the Rockies during the sultry summer months, the array of activities and sights available to you is endless. Apart from the typical hiking, fishing, picnicking, and camping, there are fun activities like rafting, horseback riding, mountain biking, and four wheeling to keep you entertained.As snow melts from the mountain peaks and spills into the winding rivers of the Rocky Mountain slopes, it forms some of the best white water rapids around. When this happens during the summer, the previously calm waters of the Colorado and Clear Creek Rivers turn into turbulent rapids ideal for a fast paced rafting experience. If you’re interested in cruising down the fun filled rivers, contact either A Wanderlust Adventure (more…)