Permits for overnight backpacking in restricted areas of the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness in the rugged Elk Mountains west of Aspen go on sale next week. Advance reservation permits ($10) are ...

Hikers making the trip to Maroon Lake from Crested Butte and backpackers completing the Four Pass Loop are finding the last leg of their journey tougher than expected. The weary travelers are ...

There’s a paradox when it comes to the Maroon Bells Scenic Area — the national park-quality landscape 11 miles southwest of Aspen. Some local residents view the area as a sacrifice zone for industrial ...

The hike to Crater Lake, a 3.8-mile (round trip) out and back trail in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, is rated as moderate-intermediate and, due to the popularity of the Maroon Bells Scenic ...

The Local newsletter is your free, daily guide to life in Colorado. For locals, by locals. The hike begins at the iconic Maroon Lake and winds up to Crater Lake. Many people opt to do the route ...

Crater Lake Trail is one of several spectacular hikes within Maroon Bells Scenic Area. The 3.5 mile out-and-back trail, which starts at the Maroon Lake parking area, is considered moderately ...

All fourteeners come with their own challenges, and while some are ranked as “easier,” they aren’t suited for beginners. If you’re looking for a challenge but aren’t ready to start your hike before ...

There has been a surge in the number of visitors to the Maroon Bells Scenic Area over the past five years. It’s uncertain if a snow-clogged Maroon Creek Road and snowbound trails to start the summer ...