“Ok Google, What’s the highest peak in Colorado?” “Here’s what I found.  Mount Elbert @ 14,439 ft.” As part of our acclimatization period for LT 100, Philip and I needed to be exposed to high altitude, above 12k ft.  The plan was to hike 1 14er, Hope Pass, and another 12k+, on Mon, Tue, and Wed.  We checked some 14ers close to Leadville.  The shorter distance, the better, since we were after the altitude, not the mileage.  Mt Massive, the 2nd highest peak, was a good candidate.  However, looking at some pictures, this was not an easy one.  Mt Elbert … Continue reading Mt Elbert – My 1st 14er!