Hiking Colorado's Summits, 2nd (Hiking Guide Series) (Paperback)

by John Drew Mitchler (Author), Dave Covill (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review
Mitchler & Covill are Highpointers, leaders in a band of zealots whose passions command them to ascend towering summits, and some not quite so tall... from an almost ridiculous 4,119 foot hump along a road in Phillips County to the 14,433-foot summit of Mt. Elbert in Lake County. To be a true Highpointer, you have to climb them all. History, exploration, alternative recreation, it's all there in "Hiking Colorado's Summits". -- Charlie Meyers, The Denver Post, June 20, 1999

The route descriptions are a valuable addition to mountaineering literature. Nevertheless, it is the descriptions of routes to the high points of the non-mountainous counties that constitute the most unique and new addition to Colorado mountain information.

The book is filled with interesting detail about each county. Maps are excellent. Hiking descriptions are thorough. There are many supple-mentary tables and lists. Even if you never visit a county high point, the book offers lots of inter-esting reading. Books on county high points are available only for a few states. This one sets a high standard for such books.

County highpointing is not for everyone, but some will find it to be an engaging activity. It enables a person to see and enjoy the wide diversity of Colorado. For those who want to do something besides climb in the high mountains, this book can serve as a travel guide to the entire state. Whether you have a goal of reaching the high point of every county, or just want to visit a few places off the beaten track, the book will be a valuable additional to your library. ([ A book review by Bob Martin (excerpted from The Colorado Mountain Club publication: Trail & Timberline, issue # 952, March 2000)) -- (excerpted from The Colorado Mountain Club publication: Trail & Timberline, issue # 952)

To say the guidebook is reader-friendly would be an understatement. -- Patrick Fitz-Gerald, The Canyon Courier, July 7, 1999 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description
Lace up your boots and head out for the hiking adventure of your life. From 14,433-foot Mount Elbert to 4,120-foot County Line Rise near Sterling, the highpoints of Colorado's counties span an incredible range of elevations. Hiking Colorado's Summits provides the information you need to find and climb all of the state's county highpoints as well as experience the high rocky ridges, wide open plains, spectacular deserts, and bustling urban environments of this beautiful state. Let veteran hikers and avid highpointers David Covill and John Drew Mitchler show you the top of this beautiful state.

Inside you'll find: up-to-date trail and access information; maps, photos, and elevations profiles; helpful charts that provide highlights and difficulty ratings; background information on the summits and counties; easy-to-follow directions to the trailheads and beyond.

Whether you are a day-tripper or long-distance hiker, old hand or novice, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest on Colorado's summits. (6 x 9, 312 pages, b&w photos, maps, charts)

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Product Details

• Paperback: 312 pages
• Publisher: Falcon; 2nd edition (June 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762722398
• ISBN-13: 978-0762722396
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #941,549 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding guide to Colorado county highpoints., July 19, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Hiking Colorado's Summits (Paperback)

Mitchler and Covill have hit a home run with their new book, Hiking Colorado's Summits. This book is an excellent and comprehensive guide to ascending the high points of Colorado's 63 counties. The book is a well-researched and informative guide that leaves no stone unturned in providing Colorado travelers, hikers, and mountaineers with accurate and detailed information to help make their ascents of Colorado's county highpoints more successful and more fulfilling. In addition to the road and trail descriptions, Mitchler and Covill provide interesting historical information about each county as well as other things to see and do near each highpoint. I wholeheartedly recommend this book for anyone who would like to see and enjoy the entire state of Colorado and who would like to maximize their Colorado experiences. Anyone who completes ascents of all Colorado county high points will complete the "grand slam" of Colorado climbing.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Guidebook You Can't Do Without, July 14, 2000

By	Charlie Winger (Beulah, CO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hiking Colorado's Summits (Paperback)

As someone who has summitted the 100 highest peaks in the lower 48 states, including the 200 highest peaks in Colorado, as well as the 50 state highpoints, I recognize the value and importance of a good guidebook. It is imperative to have John & Dave's book while pursuing yet another list of hiking goals.

This book contains important information not available elsewhere. The information is arranged in a practical and useful manner. I found the driving and hiking maps to be invaluable (many county highpoints are in very obscure locations).

If you want to see parts of Colorado that you may not have visited before, this is a fun guide to use.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is suberbly researched and delightful to read., November 5, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Hiking Colorado's Summits (Paperback)

The information available in this book, whether you are an experienced hiker/climber or new to the sport, is outstanding. Mitchler and Covill have put together an excellent, meticulously researched guidebook (including specific no-fail directions ) for anyone wanting to hike Colorado's county highpoints. In a delightful addition to that, the book also provides detailed information about the towns, counties, and often the history surrounding each highpoint. This is an excellent book whether you want to actually go out on the trail, or just read about these Colorado scenes. Excellent photos complete this book. You won't be disappointed!