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Colorado 14er Hiking Use Edges Up in 2024, Driven by Decalibron Loop Reopening
CFI reports 265,000 hiker days on Colorado 14ers in 2024, with Decalibron Loop’s reopening boosting totals despite dips elsewhere.
August 12, 2025 No Comments
CFI reports 265,000 hiker days on Colorado 14ers in 2024, with Decalibron Loop’s reopening boosting totals despite dips elsewhere.
Colorado SAR teams report record rescues this summer, straining volunteers. Learn how to stay safe and support them through preparedness and public funding.
Forest road closure blocks Kite Lake trailhead, halting climbs of Democrat, Cameron, Lincoln & Bross until Nov 15. Plan ahead or choose alternate 14ers.
New “No Overnight Parking” Signs at the South Colony Lakes 2WD Trailhead is complicated plans to climb Crestone Peak, Needle, and Humboldt Peak for backpackers.
A satellite SOS, volunteer rescuers and a Colorado National Guard Black Hawk combined to save a climber with a broken leg high on North Maroon Peak.
A bystander/witness, volunteer rescuers and a HAATS Black Hawk team save a 20-year-old who tumbled 200 feet on 14,163-ft Maroon Peak.
Outdoor advocates forced Sen. Mike Lee to drop his land-sale scheme, yet drilling expansions, budget cuts, and layoffs still jeopardize public lands.
Two 19-year-olds from North Carolina were airlifted off Capitol Peak after attempting a shortcut descent and becoming stranded on unstable technical terrain.
Senate Parliamentarian rules public land sale violates Byrd Rule—deal stalled, but GOP push continues. Outdoor advocates urged to stay engaged.
Father and son rescued after spending the night on Quandary Peak with SAR team after getting off-route. No injuries reported in 15-hour mountain rescue.
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