These Colorado backpacking trails are guaranteed to please! I’ve shared a few hidden gems with you that you won’t find anywhere else on the web. As always, backpack in Colorado responsibly! Always pack out your trash including water bottles, fruit peels, toilet paper, and anything else you bring with you. Leave only footprints. Each route on this list has its own rules and regulations, so be sure to check out the additional resources for specific information. Support my channel - buy me a backcountry coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/megintheforest I don't accept sponsored gear or trips. I don't hawk courses. And I don't gatekeep information. My mission is to tell my story completely for free. This channel is completely funded by me. ✨ Additional Resources ✨ Colorado’s Top Backpacking Routes: https://bit.ly/3RtvD5I ✨Specific guides for backpacking routes on this list: Backpacking Gore Lake Like a Pro (video): https://youtu.be/kbKYhkBGMvo?si=LtNIsPSZOWtETEHY The Secret to Backpacking Lone Eagle Peak Hike: https://bit.ly/3xFGxOt The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking from Aspen to Crested Butte: https://bit.ly/3yZyMDU Practice Leave No Trace: https://bit.ly/leaveitbetterthanufoundit Hiking Safely in Colorado: https://bit.ly/cohikingtips ✨ Packing Lists and Gear: My favorite mountain backpacking gear 👇 OR Astroman Sun Hoodie: https://alnk.to/fSiBG9O Skratch Labs Hydration Electrolyte powder: https://amzn.to/3FIFQZn Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60L (My go-to UL pack): https://alnk.to/ei3MR2K Granite Gear Blaze (for any overall weight above 30 lbs): https://alnk.to/ge87E1A Snapfolds UL Bowl: https://alnk.to/c09W6w0 BRS 3000 Campstove (budget-friendly, but flimsy): https://alnk.to/dezeYeS MSR PocketRocket (pricier, but durable): https://rei.pxf.io/RGNnjN Katadyn Be Free Filter: https://rei.pxf.io/kO1MKM Hydrapack 2L Seeker Filter Bladder (compatible with the BeFree): https://rei.pxf.io/19MPYg One Hydration Drinking tube for SmartWater Bottle: https://alnk.to/4XxCRKZ Sea to Summit UltraSil Compression Sack 20L: https://rei.pxf.io/JKv4ra Adotek Grizzly Proof UL Bear Sack: https://alnk.to/2FDM7C2 Loksak: https://amzn.to/43FMfOf Sunscreen stick: https://amzn.to/43PDbq9 REI Cork-Grip Hiking Poles: https://rei.pxf.io/POvVZe Freshette Pee Funnel: https://rei.pxf.io/e15EGO Kula Cloth Pee Rag: https://alnk.to/5Q7pLD5 Garmin inReach Mini: https://rei.pxf.io/JKvV0q Gerber Dime Multi-Tool: https://rei.pxf.io/zx5b3r Nitecore NU25 400 Lumen Rechargeable Headlamp: https://alnk.to/bEkq8CG Garage Grown Gear Foam Sit Pad: https://alnk.to/4qNlVNW Thermarest NeoLoft Pad - wide: https://rei.pxf.io/VxvY9R Enlightened Equipment Enigma Sleeping Quilt 20F: https://alnk.to/aWFodLm Sea to Summit Aeros Premium Pillow: https://alnk.to/4BI6UnI NiteCore NB10000 Gen 2 Power Bank: https://alnk.to/c09W6sB Duece of Spades Toilet Trowel: https://alnk.to/2Qyx6dv Culo Clean Bidet: https://amzn.to/4l08ST7 Big Agnes Copper Spur (I own 3 of these tents in 1 - 3 person and LOVE them all): https://rei.pxf.io/2aL5zD More incredible gear I love: https://www.amazon.com/shop/megintheforest NOTE These are affiliate links. I get a small kickback from every purchase, no matter the purchase, at no additional cost to you. This is a small way you can show support for my channel and it means a lot, so thank you! Snag the Colorado Packing List: https://bit.ly/coloradopackinglist ✨ Follow me… Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Aforestfox/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foxintheforestblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megintheforest/ Discover which Colorado hike best suites your personality: https://bit.ly/3UXksD1 ✨About the Photos and Video: Transparency is important to me when it comes to photography. There is Instagram and there is reality. And you should be inspired by BOTH. I intentionally use photos and videos that have been edited for color and lighting, and ones that haven’t. All the photos and videos you see of these incredible Colorado backpacking routes were taken by me. I rarely edit other people out of photos (and I would make a note here if I did!). #coloradotravel #coloradoadventure #mountainhike #backpacking #hikingadventures #hikingroutes Time stamps: 00:00 - intro 00:19 - Best time to backpack in Colorado 00:43 - Aspen area backpacking 01:18 - Backpacking Gore Lake 01:53 - Secret backpacking route in the Sangres 02:19 - Backpacking to Colorado’s prettiest mountain 02:43 - Outro 02:52 - Outtakes

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