GLENWOOD SPRINGS — The date July 6, 1994, will always remain linked with tragedy in this region.
That’s when a raging wildfire exploded and fueled by powerful winds raced up a hillside killing 14 firefighters.
The Storm King Fire and the 14 who died there are remembered with a pair of memorials. One is located in Two Rivers Park in Glenwood Springs. The other takes hikers to the location where the tragedy occurred.
The Storm King Fourteen Memorial Trail hike is difficult, long and very hot during the summer.
This hike should not be taken lightly. Be sure to bring plenty of water and proper hiking footwear.
The trailhead is located at the end of the frontage road at Canyon Creek. Take the Canyon Creek exit off Interstate 70, then turn right on the frontage road paralleling the interstate going east.
Walking at a brisk pace, the hike will take close to an hour to the site of the memorial crosses. Plan for more than two and a half hours for the entire trip.
Read more about the Storm King memorial trail at .
