Colorado Fourteeners, 14,000 Foot Peaks

The Colorado Fourteeners are peaks that reach heights over 14,000 feet. These peaks give the avid hiker and mountaineer a unique opportunity to be challenged in the Rocky Mountains.

Climbing fourteeners is a very popular activity that has grown in recent years. The main reason this activity is attracting more and more people? The challenge of the climb makes it more fun.

The standard routes go up Pikes Peak and Mount Evans, and offer a great experience if you're looking for a bit of adventure. In addition, there are a variety of alternative routes and technical routes. Most of the routes on the fourteeners are walk-ups - Class 1, Class 2, and Easy Snow. There are also fantastic scrambles - Class 3 and Moderate Snow. The technical climbs are Class 4, Class 5, and Steep Snow. The routes on these peaks are so beautiful they're hard to describe.

Most people climb the standard routes, which has led to some crowding. At the same time, it's still possible to spend days climbing fourteeners without coming in contact with other people. Just be careful because climbing is dangerous, and the peaks should be tackled with caution.