Run Boulder Grand Pass (RMNP)

For this week's run we'll be starting at the Wild Basin Trailhead in RMNP and heading to Boulder Grand Pass via Thunder Lake Trail.

ROUTE
The route is an out/back and there are several distance options to choose from.

• Thunder Lake = 15 miles (does not include the main climb)
• Lake of Many Winds = 17 miles
• Top of the Pass = 18+ miles
• Mt Alice = 22 miles (13k ft) - Alternatively you could also make it a lollipop loop by ascending Alice from the Lion Lakes side.

My goal will be to get to the Lake of Many Winds, but may be convinced to go to the top of the pass.

If we can get to the Wild Basin trailhead around 7:00a, there historically has been parking available. Since we will be starting from a RMNP trailhead we will need to drive through a fee station. If you have a RNMP pass please bring it. If not, please bring some cash in case you need to pitch in. However, chances are we'll be entering before the fee station is staffed.

CARPOOL
We'll use the following 2 carpool options:

1. North Foothills Trailhead (map) at 6:00am – At the intersection of Broadway and Hwy 36, head north on 36 a few hundred feet. Turn right onto the dirt road. Trailhead is a little ways down on your left.
2. Moxie Bread Co in Lyons (map) at 6:20am - 442 High Street, Lyons, CO

CONSIDERATIONS
The top can be a bit windy, as well as they are calling for afternoon rain, so you will want to be prepared with a light jacket, gloves, and a hat/hood. There will be water to refill along the way.

No dogs in RMNP.

BREAKFAST (READ ACTION REQUIRED)
We'll plan to eat breakfast at the trailhead. Please use the Google Sign-Up Form to indicate where you plan to meet us and what you plan to bring to share. Note: Use the form for entry, the Google Sheet you can review is read-only.

We'll have a tent to cover us if it is raining, but please bring extra clothing in case it gets chilly.

Lastly, we have BTRBC apparel for sale. Access the Trail Ambitions Store to purchase a t-shirt, hoodie, and/or hat!

Scott Miller
(303) 885-9826
TrailAmbitions
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