The Colorado Vacation - Part IV

Day 3 of the Colorado trip was a little more strenuous.  Scott and I got up early and headed to the base of Gray's and Torrey's Peaks.  In 2005, Scott and I summited our first 14,000-foot peak at Mount Bierstadt.  That 2005 hike was pretty tough for a couple of unprepared flat-landers and we paid the price. 

This time, Scott and I were both in better physical condition and we were a little more prepared.  As a result, we knocked out the 9 mile hike in 5 hours that were down right enjoyable.  We made it to the top of the Gray's Peak (14,270) and Torrey's Peak (14,267), took in the awe-inspiring views, snapped a few photos, and blazed back down the hill.  Now, I can't wait to do it again.