#010: Into the Front Range
From City Vibes to Summit Skies: A Perfect Day in Colorado
Morning in Denver’s Art District
We kicked off the morning with some remote work time at a coworking space nestled inside Denver’s Art District. The space was full of color, creativity, and great coffee—plus, the Wi-Fi wasn’t too bad either.
Outdoor Gear Paradise
After wrapping up work, we wandered through the nearby flagship stores—Arc'teryx, Pendleton, Patagonia, and some outlets—basically an outdoorsy millennial’s dream. Let's just say we didn’t leave empty-handed.
Mile High Pit Stop
Before leaving the city, we made a quick detour to Mile High Stadium to snap some photos for Lauren.
Into the Mountains: The Drive Toward Mt. Bierstadt
Time to gain some elevation!
As we headed toward the mountains, the unending reveal of layer upon layer of peaks unfolded the higher we climbed. It truly felt like the range never ends.
Stormy Views of a Colorado 14er
Colorado’s Sailing Capital
As we made our way toward the next mountain pass, we cruised through Frisco, Colorado—a charming little town known as the sailing capital of the Rockies. It sits right on Dillon Reservoir and was charming mountain town.
Hiking Loveland Pass: Altitude, Wildflowers, and Marmots
Next stop: Loveland Pass, where Caitlin tackled her first hike at altitude—a truly breathless experience 😉!
Hiking Above 12,000 Feet
That first uphill stretch was tough. Breathing felt like trying to catch your breath in slow motion. But after a short pause, the lungs caught up—and so did the views.
We hiked across two snowfields, climbing steadily toward the Continental Divide, and were greeted by marmots everywhere, plus one adorable pika.
The Colors of Colorado
What surprised Caitlin most? The color. The alpine wildflowers were vibrant and unexpected. As we crossed the final ridge, the view opened up and the scenery at 12,000 feet was nothing short of magical.
Breckenridge by Night
After our hike, we descended through the Eisenhower Tunnel and rolled into Breckenridge for the night.
Bougie Meets Mountain Town
Breck is a curious mix—tourist beach-town style shops meet millionaire ski-lodge vibes. But thanks to the off-season, we scored a room at a very nice hotel. We capped off the night with a sauna and hot tub session, soaking in the brisk mountain air and the quiet calm of a high-altitude town after dark.
Final Thoughts: From Desk to Divide
From coworking in the city to climbing toward the clouds, today had it all: a productive day, outdoor retail therapy, dramatic weather shifts, and colorful alpine wildflowers. And Caitlin got her wish of seeing all the marmots!
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