Skinny Skies & Snowshoes: Guide to Winter Trails in Colorado's Upper Arkansas Valley

Skinny Skies & Snowshoes: Guide to Winter Trails in Colorado's Upper Arkansas Valley by Nate Porter. Paperback edition. ISBN: 9780974881416.

This is a complete guide to the ski and snowshoe routes in Colorados Upper Arkansas Valley, including Leadville, Tennessee Pass, Twin Lakes, Independence Pass, Buena Vista, Cottonwood Pass, St. Elmo, Salida, and Monarch Pass. The book includes 25 of the best winter snow trails, from beginner to expert, skate skiing to backcountry adventures, plus an additional 35 trail options. Each route includes a mile-by-mile description, map, elevation profile, level of difficulty and safety info. Finally, there is advice on snow conditions, where to sleep, eat and soak in the best hot springs.