Tutka Backdoor (AK)

Submitted by Lars Arneson on Tue, 07/27/2021 - 12:56pm
Description

The route begins at the Taylor Bay trailhead and follow the Tutka Backdoor Trail, Tutka Falls Trail, and Tutka Lagoon Trail to finish at Jakolof Bay. Total distance is 50k+, with around 9,000 feet of elevation gain spread across four major climbs. This is a run for those who want an epic experience. There is one major river crossing and three minor ones, as well as several creeks to cross, and a tidal lagoon to skirt. Parts of the route are marked only by cairns, and the trail is both steep and rugged.

Bighorn Peak (WY)

Submitted by Matthew Matta on Tue, 07/27/2021 - 09:17am
Description

Bighorn Peak is a prominent peak in the Bighorn Mountains in northern Wyoming. It is located in the Cloud Peak Wilderness which requires a self-issue permit for day use. It is sometimes mistaken for the more popular Cloud Peak, being easier to see from Highway 16 and from the town of Buffalo. It's elevation is 12,324'.

Weminuche Wipeout (CO)

Submitted by andrewhamilton on Tue, 07/27/2021 - 07:33am
Description

This route is one of the best linkups that you can come up with in Colorado for Centennial (Colorado’s highest hundred) peaks.  The San Juan range is Colorado’s most remote mountain range, and the Weminuche Wilderness is possibly the most remote part of the entire state.  In Nolans style, this route allows you to choose the most efficient route possible that links up the Centennial peaks in the Weminuche Wilderness.