Guides

Learn how to use CalTopo, Google Earth, and NOAA interactive maps to plan your next trip. Plan a trip to North Manitou Island or ski the Snake Couloir on Mount Sneffels. We offer a series of comprehensive guides to help you get out on your next adventure, with more added every month. Subscribe at the bottom of the page to know when they arrive.

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    How to Ski Mount Sneffels' Snake Couloir

    Our detailed guide for skiing the magnificent Snake Couloir that descends from the 14,157-foot summit of Mount Sneffels.

    Go Ski
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    How to Use CalTopo

    A quick and easy guide for using free, web-based mapping software to plan your adventures. here

    Plan a Route
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    How to Backpack North Manitou Island

    Everything you need to know to plan a multi-day backpacking trip to North Manitou Island.

    Go Backpacking