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One of my favorite hikes is what I call the Beer Thirty Hike.

An approx ~14 mile stroll from Copper Mtn to Frisco mainly along the CT/CDT with a veering off the main trail to walk directly into Frisco for a beer. The free shuttle bus back to Copper makes this hike a wonderful one way jaunt.

In contrast to last weekend, this hike featured perfect Colorado fall weather. Sunny, blue skies. Warm sun. Beautiful views and blazing aspen almost at peak. Could I have asked for a better day?

The hike started off at Copper Mountain as we climbed steeply up the switchbacked trail. Shortly thereafter, we popped above treeline and enjoyed views towards where we came and saw the splash of color on the hillside.
 

We continued along the ridge and enjoyed the now easy hiking along the rolling ridge.

At the top of the ridge, a leisurely break was had (and a call for a MGP among the crew!)

We made our way down the trail and back into treeline.

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