What a weekend! Climbing the First Flatiron with Doug, followed up by a lovely day hike to the Crater Lakes in James Peak Wilderness with Erin and Josh. Super duper fun…I wish all weekends could all be this rad!
I met up with Josh and Erin really early in the AM. We drove in Josh’s jeep to the trail head at the Moffat Tunnel. Hiking ensued lasting several hours. We meandered our way up to the lakes and stopped briefly for lunch. It was fairly breezy and chilly, so we didn’t loiter for long.
On the hike back to the car we saw lots of people with dogs and skis heading out for the afternoon. I thought it was a bit late in the day, but maybe they were just going to be out for an hour. On the way back to Denver, we stopped at Very Nice Brewery in Nederland for a pint (or three!).
Erin ready for adventure.
Josh inspecting the Moffat Tunnel exhaust fan housing.
Taking a photo of Erin doing the same.
On Crater Lake!
Heading back to the trail head.
Just hanging around JPW.
Back at the Trail Head. You can see the Moffat Tunnel and the wilderness behind it!
Tags: Crater Lakes, Hiking, James Peak Wilderness, Moffat Tunnel