Category Archives: day hike
Ha Ha Tonka
Autumn began this past Wednesday, so for my inaugural day hike of my favorite season I wanted to visit something new with great views. Previous forays into my Hiking Missouri and my 50 Hikes in the Ozarks books had led … Continue reading
Clearing the Cobwebs
After a hot and humid August I have been itching to get back on the trail, but the weather has not made for a comfortable hike, especially given the ticks and chiggers that afflict the trails I like best in … Continue reading
July Escape Day 6: Nature’s Mountain Garden
After a sleepless night at the lodge, I was determined to wear myself out today to earn a good night’s rest before leaving Pagosa Springs tomorrow for Santa Fe. I had half a waffle at the lodge, joined at the … Continue reading
July Escape Day 5: Fourmile Falls
I started the day with waffles at the lodge and then set out onto the gravel roads north of Pagosa Springs again, this time about 16 miles north to Fourmile Falls. Part of a 12.4 mile loop trail that reaches … Continue reading
July Escape Day 4: The Piedra River
I started my day with a cold breakfast at the lodge, opting out of their featured self-made waffles. WiFi works fine in the dining room and office lounge, so I took the opportunity to catch up on some email and … Continue reading
Meador Manor 