We hope you enjoyed our post on the best fall destinations to visit in September. That usually happens between about mid June to mid August, depending where you are. These peaks are stunning to look at. Nothing beats their pyramid symmetry framed inside the gorgeous Maroon Lake u-shaped valley. Aspen & Maroon Bells, Colorado. I took this picture while hiking to Rabbit Ears Peak, near Steamboat Springs. The route is only Class 3 but it is long and steep. Your email address will not be published. And boy do they get their snow! Let us know in the comments. DOTTED GLOBE COPYRIGHT © ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2017 - 2020 | PRIVACY POLICY©  PHOTOGRAPHY CANNOT BE USED WITHOUT PERMISSIONwww.dottedglobe.com. This time of year that meant we were hiking for two hours in the dark with headlights under a starry sky. Mountain (climbing) weather forecasts for 3 elevations of Maroon Bells, Elk Range Area, Rocky Mountains (USA), United States. Columbia River Gorge is one of the best places in the Pacific Northwest to see early fall colors. So at 1:50 pm we bid adieu to a magnificent place, and headed down. If you read the Pyramid climb story (see: https://www.rickcrandall.net/pyramid-peak-a-dream-climb-2/ ) then you know all about the Elk Range being notorious for their loose rock and dire warnings, in fact being named “The Deadly Bells.”  While Maroon Peak is rated Class 3, that doesn’t begin to describe what happens if you go even a little off route, nor does it describe the approach grind up the steep South slope with its 2800’ vertical gain up loose rock, sand and “marbles.”. Some of the best places to see the colors are along the shores of the Great Lakes amidst historic lighthouses. And last but not least, here’s one more tip about Colorado weather: if you plan on hiking here during the summer months, it’s best to do it in the morning hours; the earlier the better. They received over 35 feet of snow during the 2005-2006 season. As one route description states: The South  slope is steep and gets steeper as you go—and the upper portions are covered with a hideous mix of loose rock, loose dirt, and ball bearing scree. Maroon Bells Four Pass Loop in October. Now it gets interesting. The peak is usually around 3rd week of September. Andy showed up with his amazing dog Stormy, a 9 year old Australian Shepherd who has done many surprising climbs, even Class 3 & 4 mountains (see: Wetterhorn at https://www.rickcrandall.net/wetterhorn-peak-a-class-3-4-adventure-with-andy-mishmash/ ). This picture from Rocky Mountain National Park is typical of what you’ll see there in the spring.

If you aren’t speedy, plan on 2 or more hours to reach the top – then there’s the descent (and I’m definitely not speedy). We knew this 12 mile route was going to be a long day (although we didn’t figure on 15 hours) so we agreed to meet at the Maroon Lake parking lot at 5 am. This is the start of the popular summer hiking route to Crested Butte. I took this picture in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness near Aspen, and as you can see, it’s a wonderful place to enjoy them. If you drive the June Lake Loop around September end, you should see lots of reds and golds. The time was 10:30 am, weather holding nicely, but it was obvious this was going to be a longer day than planned. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is one of our favorite places to spot fall color in the Upper Peninsula. Then we got to the ledges to move across the face towards a major gully that would lead us to a false summit: Point 13,753’. If you want to know more about us, then read our About page here. Difficulty: Class 3

The area explodes with color the last week of September and continues well into October.

There is no better place for leaf viewing in September than Aspen and the nearby Maroon Bells region in Colorado. We never donned our helmets – there were no other climbers on the mountain; we didn’t even see goats nearby, so no one to kick rocks down on us. Learn more about accessing the Maroon Bells near Aspen, Colorado, with hiking, ... or in late September as the Aspen trees turn an amber yellow. I am experienced in cold weather camping, so temps aren't an issue. While the rest of the country has a fall peak, Alaska has several inches of snow. Required fields are marked *. The USA is among our favorite travel destinations and our home for over a decade. For most, the route will take maybe 9 to 11 hours to complete. Rushmore, and the Black Hills area on Labor Day weekend in September and were surprised to see the fall colors throughout our trip. But it also means the aspen trees will turn a brilliant golden color, as you see here. It’s why over 250,000 people visit these peaks in the 4 ½ month season per year. Finally we got to the gullies leading to the upper ridgeline. I took this picture in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness near Aspen, and as you can see, it’s a wonderful place to enjoy them. Andy spots his own routes based on safety and enjoyment, and he’s summited the Bells nearly a dozen times. We down-climbed a bit from the false summit and then went for the final pitch to the real summit. In Late-Spring: From when Maroon Creek road opens, which is historically mid-May, and until mid-June–when the shuttle bus service starts–you are allowed to drive the road from 8am-5pm. This is about as perfect as the shot gets (taken a few years ago) when all conditions are met. We climbed the first gully all the way to the upper ridge and traversed right over Point 13,753 – it was way cool up there. But look at how glorious this is – weather is perfect, the wind disappeared, and that is none other than Pyramid Peak to the left of my head that we’d summited just a month ago! Copyright © 2020 Colorado-Hiking-Vacations.com. Everyone will respect you for turning around as much as they will respect you for making a summit. Autumn is also perfect to try the local beer at Glacier County’s breweries and attend local harvest festivals. by Ketki R S | Sep 20, 2019 | USA Travel Inspiration. The Aspen trees turn golden yellow and the sky is deep blue, making Aspen’s fall foliage panoramas more vivid than the rest of the country. The quaking aspens are the earliest to turn yellow followed by willows, aspens, and cottonwoods. The mountains are on the border between Pitkin County and Gunnison County, Colorado, United States, about 12 miles (19 km) southwest of Aspen.Both peaks are fourteeners.Maroon Peak, at 14,163 feet (4317 m), is the 27th highest peak in Colorado.

Thousands of people folk to Oxbow Bend during the end of September to photograph the iconic picture in fall. Summit: 14,156 feet It was the third week in September and temperatures ranged from the 60s to 70s. Maroon Bells Four Pass Loop in October. Only parts of the route can be seen.
Please understand your physical limits. Then I got a call from friend and expert technical climber Andy Mishmash: “If the weather holds one more day, I think we could sneak in one more climb!”  Now that was intriguing, especially since we’d tried to plan a 14er climb weeks earlier with friend Rick Schultz (the Autograph Source in Aspen) who had never done a fourteener but is a fit and avid cyclist.

This is also an excellent time to spot grizzly bears as they become active and forage for food in preparation for the winter hibernation. Copyright © 2020 Colorado-Hiking-Vacations.com This site was last updated on July 24, 2019. Finally we reach a small saddle on the South Ridge near 13,250’. Most people visit Western Montana’s Glacier Country in summer, leaving the fall to a lucky few who like traveling in the shoulder season. Maroon Bells is the most photographed spot in America and looks stunning in fall. There is also a slight chance of seeing the Aurora. The first part of the day was a 3 ½ mile hike up past Crater Lake, and then along West Maroon Creek, about 900’ of elevation gain – not much compared to what lay ahead. Rick S. at the small saddle, gaining the South Ridge. San Luis Peak – via Creede and the South Ridge, Blanca Peak – Sacred Mountain of the Navajo. This scenic drive has lots of overlooks, trailheads, and picnic areas to go leaf viewing. Other ways to experience the fall colors is by hiking or taking the scenic railroad. More than 300 inches of snow per year in the ski towns.
Daytime temperatures range from the 70s to 80s. 4. The earliest snowstorm recorded was September 3, 1961. There is less snow on the high mountain peaks, and the snow will have melted in the lower elevations. Climbers:  Rick Crandall; Rick Schultz and Andy Mishmash with his dog Stormy      Oct 11, 2012.


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