Telluride Via Ferrata

The free Telluride Via Ferrata, built by local legend Chuck Kroger, offers jaw-dropping exposure and all-time views of the box canyon town. It’s nearly five miles, with a steep trail approach and long sections of cabled traversing. The aerial alpine adventure, once a secret for locals, has grown more popular and now as many as 2,000 people a month make the 8,000-foot traverse along sheer cliffs beneath Ajax Peak. First timers should really hire a guide — try Mountain Trip and Telluride Mountain Guides. Also, make time to check out the three via ferratas in nearby Ouray.