Welcome to The Next Summit! I'm Alex Derr.
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Winter 14ers for Beginners | 3 Great Starter Peaks
If you’ve hiked and climbed Colorado’s 14ers in summer, you have probably wondered about continuing your exploration during the colder, winter months. It turns out that there are a several good winter 14ers for beginners
9 Great Hiking Trails in Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado is one of my favorite places in the world. With 14,000 foot peaks, alpine lakes, waterfalls and wildlife, it’s everything a hiker or backpacker could want in a single
Hiking 14ers in May: Tips for the Rockies in Spring
Spring might seem like a great time to hike 14ers, but it’s actually one of the snowiest, most difficult times of the year. As lower altitude parts of the country warm, it sends massive quantities