What we’re about
Hello and welcome to Alpine Adventurers Hiking!
We're a community of folks who love hiking!! Most of us are 50+ years young, but all are welcome. The hikes will be scheduled year-round, located in the beautiful front range mountains just outside of Denver, Colorado: extending from Ward/Nederland, to Boulder, Golden, Kittredge, Evergreen, and Pine, CO. Average length of hikes is 6-9 miles, with 1,000+ ft. elevation gain, providing a great workout, but not too 'killer'! We'll hike a variety of terrain: through pine forests, canyons, and aspen groves, traversing mountain switchbacks and trekking alongside cascading waters. Depending on the season, we'll revel in nature's gorgeous arrays of wildflowers, fall colors and sparkling snow (always bring your spikes for traction on ice/packed snow). We'll take in the incredible views from rocky outcroppings and overlooks at higher elevations, enjoying a snack break and pausing to take a few photos along the way. We'll even explore several historical sites, and discover fascinating, often obscure aspects of Colorado's history, including notable individuals who left their unique imprint on our state.
***I also enjoy organizing additional events connected to hiking/walking: enjoying live music, festivals, outdoor art shows, and community holiday celebrations, sometimes following our hike, other times stand- alone outings. Hope you'll join us for a variety of FUN TIMES! ***
After hiking, there will sometimes be lunch happening at a local eatery (outdoors on a patio or deck preferred, weather permitting) where we can enjoy great food and socializing!
When Meetup members sign up and accept the Meetup Terms of Service, they are agreeing to the Release found in Section #6 (see link below): This Release basically states that members attend events at their own risk, and releases the organizers, the assistant organizers and Meetup from any claims that may result from injury or death. Hiking has inherent risks, and each member is responsible for their own safety & well-being during outings with the group. Know your own limits and abilities, and proceed accordingly. Click on the link below to view the Meetup Release document:
**CONDUCT OF ATTENDEES ON HIKES/OUTINGS:
Please remember that we hike together in the beautiful Front Range Mountains to get a great workout, socialize and make new friends, reduce stress and experience renewal in mind, body, and spirit. Demonstrating respect for others through actions and words, making an effort to contribute to the group in a positive way, ensures that we'll all have an enjoyable experience! Please keep this in mind when signing up for and attending hikes/outings. Members who disregard these conduct guidelines will not be able to retain their membership with this group.**
Always come prepared with plenty of water, sunscreen, a snack, & proper clothing/boots for the weather/elements. A CORSAR Card is highly recommended. The cost is $12 for a five-year card. This helps to fund volunteer emergency rescue crews who are on call, should you have an injury or health emergency while out on the trials. Here's a link for more detailed information:
IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP TO ATTEND A HIKE OR SNOWSHOE OUTING, THEN FAIL TO SHOW UP THE MORNING OF THE EVENT WITHOUT PROVIDING NOTICE. WHENEVER POSSIBLE, CHANGE YOUR RSVP TO 'NOT GOING' A MINIMUM OF 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE, SO THAT THOSE ON THE WAIT LIST MAY ATTEND. I UNDERSTAND THAT EMERGENCIES AND LAST-MINUTE ISSUES OCCUR, BUT PLEASE CANCEL YOUR RSVP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! THIS SHOWS RESPECT FOR THE LEADER AND ALL MEMBERS OF THIS GROUP. AS IS TRUE FOR MOST MEETUPS, MEMBERS WHO CONSISTENTLY 'NO SHOW' (3 OR MORE TIMES) WILL LOSE THEIR MEMBERSHIP IN THIS GROUP. THANK YOU!
I am very excited to continue organizing and leading hikes, and to create special memories with my fellow adventurers!!
See you soon,
Tricia
Upcoming events (2)
See all- WALKER RANCH LOOP HIKE: FLAGSTAFF MOUNTAIN, BOULDER!Needs location
***I'VE INCREASED THE NUMBER OF ATTENDEES TO 32, SINCE SO MANY WANT TO GO ON THIS HIKE; BOULDER COUNTY LIMITS INDIVIDUAL HIKING GROUPS TO 16, SO WE'LL BREAK INTO TWO GROUPS OF 16 AND SEPARATE BY 1/4 MILE THROUGHOUT THE HIKE.***
Difficulty: Moderate - about 8.5 miles with about 1650 feet elevation gain.
Walker Ranch Loop is a fantastic hiking and mountain biking trail through Walker Ranch Park and a portion of El Dorado Canyon State Park. The loop can be done in either direction. Going clockwise from the Walker Ranch Parking Access, the trail starts with a gentle climb, that opens up at the top at the Crescent Meadows Trailhead parking area. From here it’s a two mile descent followed by a short portion up very steep steps, followed by another moderate climb back to the trailhead. The trail is primarily gravel and loose dirt. The loop offers incredible scenic views and a beautiful river. Walker Ranch Park is located just outside Boulder and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. There are 46 parking spots at the trailhead, a restroom and picnic tables. Dogs are welcome, on leash.
***We wait 5 minutes MAXIMUM for hikers who arrive late, out of consideration for those arriving on time. Please allow some extra time to drive to the trailhead.***
IMPORTANT: Your participation in this event is at your own risk, and you are solely responsible for your personal hiking experience, from start to finish. Please consider your fitness/comfort level & the demands of this hike (length/elevation gain/difficulty) prior to signing up.Click on the link below for a trail map:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/walker-ranch-loop**TAKE FLAGSTAFF ROAD TO THE WALKER RANCH LOOP TRAILHEAD PARKING LOT--WHERE WE'LL MEET**
DIRECTIONS:
Turn West onto Baseline Rd (heading toward Chautauqua Park)
1.5 mi
Continue onto Flagstaff Rd (Baseline becomes Flagstaff Rd. just past Chautauqua Park)
7.2 mi
Turn left
138 ft
Walker Ranch Loop Trailhead Parking Lot
7701 Flagstaff Rd, Boulder, CO 80302 - WOOD'S QUARRY, KOHLER MESA & SKUNK CANYON: CHAUTAUQUA PARK, BOULDER!Needs location
Discover an old stone quarry where large sandstone slabs have been rearranged into an outdoor living room by a few creative folks. This hike is approximately 5.9 miles in length, with 1,000 ft. elevation gain. It's moderate as far as difficulty. Bring a snack to take a break & fully enjoy this unique spot and amazing, panoramic views of Boulder, the Flatirons, and beyond. We'll start on Bluebell Road, then take the Mesa Trail to a fork, then go right on Woods Quarry. After enjoying the amazing views from the overlook at Wood's Quarry, we'll head back down on the loop to pass by a historic stone cabin, then continue through the pines onto the Kohler Mesa and Skunk Canyon Loops & finally follow the Enchanted Mesa trail down to the parking lot. Dogs are welcome, on leash. Please be sure to clean up after your pet! There are restrooms at Chautauqua Ranger Cottage, on the east side of the front porch, as well as at the top of Bluebell Road.
***We wait 5 minutes MAXIMUM for hikers who arrive late, out of consideration for those arriving on time. Please allow some extra time to drive to the trailhead.***
IMPORTANT: Your participation in this event is at your own risk, and you are solely responsible for your personal hiking experience, from start to finish. Please consider your fitness/comfort level & the demands of this hike (length/elevation gain/difficulty) prior to signing up.
Check out the links below; we'll hike the COMBINED loops/trails shown on these maps:
Bluebell Trail, Woods Quarry Trail, and Enchanted Mesa - Colorado | AllTrails
Skunk Canyon and Kohler Mesa Loop - Colorado | AllTrails
Directions:
Address: 900 Baseline Rd &, 9th St, Boulder, CO 80302From Denver, take Hwy. 36 North to the Baseline Road exit in Boulder, and head West on Baseline Rd. for 1.5 miles, to the Chautauqua Park parking lots, on your left. WE'LL MEET AT THE RANGER COTTAGE, NEXT TO THE MAIN PARKING LOT.
**PARKING IS FREE EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK FROM LABOR DAY THROUGH MEMORIAL DAY.** THERE IS A PARKING FEE DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS, ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS ONLY, FROM MEMORIAL DAY THROUGH LABOR DAY.
