Shanahan Ridge, Mesa and Big Bluestem - 5 miles and 880ft EG

Weather permitting

Let's hike the Shanahan-North Fork trail up to Mesa trail. We will follow the Mesa trail to Upper Big Bluestem trail and return to the trailhead via Lower Big Bluestem and the Bluestem Connector trails for a total of 5 miles and about 880 feet elevation gain.

Please bring layers, micro-spikes, water and a snack.

We will meet at the Shanahan Ridge trailhead. Parking is along Lehigh and neighboring streets.

Please consider to become a paying member of our group. Your $10 dues for 2026 will help us cover the organizer’s meetup fee, group hiking permits, first aid kits and subsidize two „paying member only“ events: a summer picnic and a holiday party. You can pay in cash or Venmo @Lee-Dalton (picture is a red boat). Thanks to all of you who already chipped in :)

By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you participate at your own risk and are solely responsible for your safety.