Longs Peak – 14,259 FT
Towering
Over
Lush valley
Below
For would-be
Hikers
A formidable
Foe
At The Peak
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Perfect poem
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Thanks, Sandra.
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A wonderful photo – love the shining clouds. Always love your poems.
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You are very kind. Thanks!
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Two years ago, hubs and I made our way up from the Longs Peak trailhead. We wanted to follow the path taken by those hearty and brave (and sometimes foolish!) souls who’ve made the trek to the top of Longs Peak. It was a beautiful, late day hike and our goal was to make it to the tree line before we had to head back down. To break through to the tree line was thrilling, our largest ascent to date. We’re planning a trip to Estes Park again in SEP. Our goal this time is Chasm Lake and, fingers crossed, Quandary – our first 14er. Love Colorado! Unfortunately, I fell and broke my hip a week and a half ago. I’m told recovery should be complete in time for us to pursue this next Rocky Mountain adventure. LOL – I hope so as I ain’t gettin’ any younger. Ha! Wish me luck. 🙂
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You are much more adventurous, than am I.
I wish you all the luck with your next ascent!
We love Colorado, too!
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Beautiful view! A formidable foe indeed.
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In that moment, mesmerised, I would want to lie on the ground and just look at those clouds, as much as take the hiking challenge.
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Yes, clouds have a way of swirling around mountaintops in beautiful ways. I’m no meteorologist, but I suppose it has to do with the elevation, wind, etc.
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I do know that that is true, Ranges do have that effect.
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Makes for great cloud watching!
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One of my fave things to do.
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