I've been up at 12k a few times, and I did have headaches the first few days.
Plan for me is to be in Ouray Thursday mid-day, hope to get acclimated by the time we start making runs.
3rd Annual "100s in the Hills" - Ouray, Colorado: August 2-4
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I've been up at 12k a few times, and I did have headaches the first few days.
Plan for me is to be in Ouray Thursday mid-day, hope to get acclimated by the time we start making runs.
I don't know where this was shot but the worst I know about is Black Bear. You can do it with a stock truck with decent tires. There are some spots that will make you pucker because of exposure and you will do a fair amount of multi-point turns on some switch-backs. But it won't be like this.
Jonathan, I'll contribute green chile stew to the Friday potluck.
Ideally, you want at least 2 or 3 days to acclimate before going above 9,000ft. Ouray sits at just below 7,800ft, which is still pretty high. Go easy on your alcohol consumption and drink plenty of water prior to getting here.
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We will be camped at an undeveloped primitive site 10-15 minutes outside of Ouray. There will be a portapotie provided but we ask that you bring some of these.. We will be base camping here each night. I will have a trailer set up for the duration. I would bring at least 5 gallons of water with you, you can always refill in Ouray. First three posts have been updated a bit.
^^Stole my idea! That's my go to camp pot luck. Something else is in the works.....
So I can't booze it up during the 22 hour drive up there?? Damn!
Will definitely bring something LA authentic...jambalaya, roasted pig, etc.
Holy Attendee list Jon!!!!
We spend a lot of time in this area as a family. My wife and I try to get there as a couple whenever we can as well. If you're making this a family vacation or a couples vacation, I'd like to make a few suggestions. For couples, this place is fantastic http://chipeta.com/. Right down the road in Ridgway.
For couples and/or families, http://www.thehoteltelluride.com/ is our favorite spot. They are pet friendly, free cookies and iced tea in the lobby, free shuttle service anywhere in town. Rates are very reasonable during non-ski season. It's a $450 a night stay during peak times. August is off peak. Telluride is about an hour away via paved roads, so it's not really an option from camp, but it's worth an extra day or two just to visit.
I would recommend visiting Telluride while you're here. It's our favorite Colorado town. There is a great park in town with a TON of stuff for kids/families. http://www.visittelluride.com/venue/telluride-town-park And, it's at the base of Black Bear Pass, so the views aren't too shabby either. Lot's of free stuff to do. I will pack some fly rods for anyone who wants a quick fly fishing lesson at an alpine lake (if Jonathan will let us stop for a minute)
We spend a lot of time in this area as a family. My wife and I try to get there as a couple whenever we can as well. If you're making this a family vacation or a couples vacation, I'd like to make a few suggestions. For couples, this place is fantastic http://chipeta.com/. Right down the road in Ridgway.
For couples and/or families, http://www.thehoteltelluride.com/ is our favorite spot. They are pet friendly, free cookies and iced tea in the lobby, free shuttle service anywhere in town. Rates are very reasonable during non-ski season. It's a $450 a night stay during peak times. August is off peak. Telluride is about an hour away via paved roads, so it's not really an option from camp, but it's worth an extra day or two just to visit.
I would recommend visiting Telluride while you're here. It's our favorite Colorado town. There is a great park in town with a TON of stuff for kids/families. http://www.visittelluride.com/venue/telluride-town-park And, it's at the base of Black Bear Pass, so the views aren't too shabby either. Lot's of free stuff to do. I will pack some fly rods for anyone who wants a quick fly fishing lesson at an alpine lake (if Jonathan will let us stop for a minute)
I love to fly fish. I'll bring my rod. Jon, make that stop happen.
How hard is it to drive from Ouray to Telluride off the paved roads? The Tellruide Jazz Festival is going on that weekend so while it will be absolutely packed in terms of getting a place to stay, it might be fun to drive over for the afternoon if it's not too far. Still planning that part of the summer out. Of course all the attendees should drive to Moab after and stop at Moab Brewery.
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How hard is it to drive from Ouray to Telluride off the paved roads? The Tellruide Jazz Festival is going on that weekend so while it will be absolutely packed in terms of getting a place to stay, it might be fun to drive over for the afternoon if it's not too far. Still planning that part of the summer out. Of course all the attendees should drive to Moab after and stop at Moab Brewery.
Easy, Subaru outback doable off road route over Ophir Pass. http://goo.gl/maps/1GfDi
Another really nice offroad route is Last Dollar Road, detailed in last years report. http://goo.gl/maps/Vnq8B
Lake como in motion. Probably no fish in this thing but a good place to learn. Lake San Crystobal has potential too, and fish.
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Last Dollar Road is a great family/easy drive.
And a few more things to add. Staying in Telluride will be tough during the Jazz festival (thanks for the heads-up pcut), but you'll be on this trip so staying before/after should be doable. I forgot to mention the Gondola, it's free in the summer! Kids love it.
There is fishing a-plenty in the area. Don't forget to pick up a Colorado fishing license. Rigs Fly shop http://fishrigs.com/ in Ridgway will have them, or pick one up online before you come. https://www.co.wildlifelicense.com/start.php
Finally, if you don't already have them, CB or HAM radio is pretty important for a group of this size. Having both is better, but you should at least have a working CB.
And a few more things to add. Staying in Telluride will be tough during the Jazz festival (thanks for the heads-up pcut), but you'll be on this trip so staying before/after should be doable. I forgot to mention the Gondola, it's free in the summer! Kids love it.
There is fishing a-plenty in the area. Don't forget to pick up a Colorado fishing license. Rigs Fly shop http://fishrigs.com/ in Ridgway will have them, or pick one up online before you come. https://www.co.wildlifelicense.com/start.php
Finally, if you don't already have them, CB or HAM radio is pretty important for a group of this size. Having both is better, but you should at least have a working CB.
The San Juans are my favorite part of Colorado. I'm a solid maybe, if the weekend is available I am there for sure.
Possible Daughter and or wife participation as well.
I really need to get out and meet some of you guys sooner than later.
Possible Daughter and or wife participation as well.
I really need to get out and meet some of you guys sooner than later.
This trip is shaping up nicely with several weeks to go! Looking forward to meeting more of you guys as well and having some great rides and I am sure some good times camping! Stan, great call on the fly-rods...looking forward to it!
Oh...and for you low-landers coming up....as mentioned above regarding altitude adjustments, lots of water, potassium and aspirin all help tons...so load up on your bananas and kiwis too!
Oh...and for you low-landers coming up....as mentioned above regarding altitude adjustments, lots of water, potassium and aspirin all help tons...so load up on your bananas and kiwis too!
