Posted by Bob Falcone on November 1, 2009 at 12:35 AM
I saw this article last week in the Post, and it looks like an interesting hike. Has anyone been there, and if so, what are the photo ops (I'm starting some planning for next spring...) http://www.denverpost.com/search/ci_13620437
Posted by Jack Garrett on November 1, 2009 at 12:57 AM
I'd be willing to bet Jack Brauer would know something about it since he lives in the area.
Posted by Jack Brauer on November 1, 2009 at 1:37 AM
That's actually a pretty good article; the author is right, Weehawken is one of the less visited trails in the area.
Posted by Jack Brauer on November 1, 2009 at 1:38 AM
During the lower half of the trail, there's good photo opps of aspens set against rugged mountain backdrops. Here's one from the spring.
Posted by Jack Brauer on November 1, 2009 at 1:38 AM
Pines too, in the winter.
Posted by Jack Brauer on November 1, 2009 at 1:40 AM
If you're going for a dayhike, I'd recommend going to Alpine Mine, where there's some of the more impressive views of the area, from the Amphitheater above Ouray, all the way up the rugged lower portion of Camp Bird Road, including the entire Hayden massif.
Posted by Jack Brauer on November 1, 2009 at 1:44 AM
Here's a shot of the Weehawken valley around the area where the trail peters out. The photo from the article is from much higher up on the tundra. I haven't been up there, but I'm sure I'll go sooner or later. The author also mentions the northern couloir on Potosi Peak, which instantly earned my respect... one of the premier descents around.
Posted by Jack Garrett on November 1, 2009 at 2:02 AM
Nice photos Jack..thanks for sharing and giving some insight to the area.
Posted by Morris McClung on November 1, 2009 at 10:11 AM
Man do I wish I was 20 years younger. Fantastic shots, Jack. That first one is killer!
Posted by Koveh Tavakkol on November 1, 2009 at 10:39 AM
What a fantastic area! I will have to put it on my list. Great pictures Jack.
Posted by Bob Falcone on November 1, 2009 at 11:36 AM
Thanks Jack! Great photos, and great insight into the area. This will definitely go onto my "must do" list!
Posted by Kay Casady on November 1, 2009 at 7:49 PM
The Alpine Mine trail is an absolute must. The view of Ouray and surrounding mts. is supreme. The trail is steep all the way to the top. I climbed the whole trail with "charlie-horses " in both calves......got to the top and was truly rewarded with one of the most spectacular views ever.
You guys sure do have some nice mountain country. I lived in Colorado Springs for 3 years but wasn't into photography at the time. Real nice photos Jack.
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