Thunder is a very special place, but it's proximity to private land (the approach crosses private property) means that continued access to the area depends on how well climber's respect and adhere to the fragile access terms that were thankfully negotiated between local route developers and land owners. When visiting Thunder Ridge it is vital that one refrain from camping at the signed parking area, hike only on the road beyond the gate, and at all times remain quiet and respectful of land owners in the area.
Thunder Ridge was developed in the South Platte way - a ground-up ethic that only called for placing bolts when natural protection wasn't an option. Expect mixed pro routes that are fun, challenging and tailored to folks who don't feel that a bolt is needed every 2 meters.
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Author(s): Derek A. Wolfe
Date: 2021
ISBN: 9781734911220
Everything you need to explore this idyllic range, the Colorado's Elk Range Mountains guidebook is a tome of high-altitude ascents in the rugged Rockies between Aspen and Crested Butte.
Author(s): Gerry Roach
Date: 2022
ISBN: 9781641607759
Providing accurate and comprehensive info, the 4th edition of Fulcrum Colorado's Fourteeners includes standard, alternate and technical routes for all 58 peaks over 14,000 ft. in the Centennial state.
Author(s): Matt Payne and Bob Rosebrough
Date: 2022
ISBN: 9781937052775
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