What Is the Continental Divide? A Complete Guide + Map
The Continental Divide is the ridge of high ground — mostly along the crest of the Rocky Mountains — that decides which ocean a raindrop reaches. Water that falls west of the Divide drains toward the Pacific Ocean; water that falls east of it flows toward the Atlantic...
Colorado 14ers on the Continental Divide Trail: A Hiker’s Guide
Colorado packs more 14,000-foot peaks than any other state, and the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) spends roughly 740 miles winding right through the thick of them. So it surprises a lot of people to learn that the Trail deliberately steps around nearly every summit....
Trail Days 2026 In Review: Experiencing the CDT Community at Its Best
“Zamboni” raises his hand the moment he finishes his pie, taking first place in the Trail Days 2026 Pie Eating Contest sponsored by Oboz. About a hundred people gathered around the table in Gough Park to cheer the nine competitors on. Photo: Alex Derr /...
GAOA Crew Launches in New Mexico
Trail Crew Gears Up to Tackle Deferred Maintenance Projects on the CDT By Audra Labert, CDTC Director of Communications This year, the Continental Divide Trail Coalition (CDTC) and partners are launching one of the biggest efforts since the designation of the...