Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Speed Running Byers Peak in Grand County

Speed Running Byers Peak In Grand County 

Byers Peak looms over the Fraser Valley, and is a spectacular peak to trail run. With an excellent trail all the way to the top, and stunning views of the Williams Fork drainage, Gore Range, and Fraser Valley running Byers Peak is a locals favorite. We ran it last week and only saw one other group. Another amazing mountain run in Colorado's high country. It took me on this trip 2:27 roundtrip. 

On the way up... 

The "mandatory" self-portrait at the top... 

Looking across the Fraser Valley to the Divide from the top... 

The Williams Fork drainage.... 

Tara running down... 

Flowers are still going strong! 

The numbers for those who care....

Distance Roundtrip: ~8.6 miles roundtrip 
 Start Elevation: ~9,900 feet 
High Point: ~12,804 feet 
Total climbing and descending: ~3,808 feet 
Difficulty: Medium 
Other People Factor: Minimal Time: 2 - 5 hours depending on how often you stop to enjoy the views.

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