The San Juans have 250 of the state's 584 ranked 13ers, and 250 of the 676 ranked 12ers, and are by far the most glorious part of the state. But they are pretty different from the Winds, at least for climbing peaks, IMHO. Both are beautiful and worth the time and effort to get in to.
I was a Wilderness Ranger in the Weminuche for 3 years, including a lot time to myself in the Los Pinos drainage. That whole river from Vallecito to it's headwaters is incredible, especially in the fall. Enjoyed reading your post, brought back lots of memories of remote, high peaks, lakes, and solitary contemplation. You need at least a full week to experience the vastness (for CO) and undisturbed beauty of the 'Nuche. Stay away from Chicago basin for a true San Juan experience. I miss those years of my life....but my back doesn't!
MarkDidier - Apr 16, 2014 9:57 pm - Voted 10/10
Another trip to......the San Juans is on the to do list! A trip into the Weminuche IS on the bucket list. Thanks for posting. Great stuff here! Mark...
Teresa Gergen - May 1, 2014 10:54 am - Hasn't voted
San Juans and WindsThe San Juans have 250 of the state's 584 ranked 13ers, and 250 of the 676 ranked 12ers, and are by far the most glorious part of the state. But they are pretty different from the Winds, at least for climbing peaks, IMHO. Both are beautiful and worth the time and effort to get in to.
Micah Davis - May 2, 2014 9:28 pm - Voted 9/10
Good times/memoriesI was a Wilderness Ranger in the Weminuche for 3 years, including a lot time to myself in the Los Pinos drainage. That whole river from Vallecito to it's headwaters is incredible, especially in the fall. Enjoyed reading your post, brought back lots of memories of remote, high peaks, lakes, and solitary contemplation. You need at least a full week to experience the vastness (for CO) and undisturbed beauty of the 'Nuche. Stay away from Chicago basin for a true San Juan experience. I miss those years of my life....but my back doesn't!