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Hello! As the name suggests, this is a group for people in Colorado who want to enjoy our great Trail network!
We are based out of Denver, and we will find and explore trails all up and down the front range!
We will put together hikes, trail runs, and other activities year-round, with various levels of difficulty. Whether you're novice or experienced, new to the area or native, if you're looking for a good group of people to enjoy hikes this is your place!
We will also do specific 'series' hikes including; Training for 14ers; Autumn Leaf Peeping; Snow Shoeing; Trails and Tacos and more!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- HIKE TO BAKER’S TANK: BRECKENRIDGE, CO.Boreas Pass Loop Trailhead, Breckenridge, CO
-Don Kastle- I DON’T ALWAYS DRIVE THE SPEED LIMIT BUT WHEN I DO, I’M DRIVING THROUGH SUMMIT AND EAGLE COUNTY.
A bunch of us hiked this trail about 8 years ago and though I always wanted to hike it again, other hikes and trails pop up and I forget half of the hikes I’ve already done.
But this trail is a pretty nice hike though it’s a bit of a rollercoaster type of trail.The Baker’s Tank Loop is a 7 mile loop hike with a starting elevation of 10,350 ft and an ending elevation of 11,050 ft. This hike is rated moderate to difficult to Baker’s Tank, but on the return we could always hike down the former very wide railroad bed which is a blast with Boreas Pass Road running parallel with the trail. Hiking beside someone is a lot different than hiking behind someone.
We’ll begin the hike at the trailhead for Baker’s Tank Trail and follow the blue diamonds. The narrow winding trail ascends rather steeply at times before descending into a drainage area around the halfway point.
When we come to a junction we’ll continue to the right and continue hiking parallel with Boreas Pass Road and the trail leading into a very nice meadow just above Baker’s Tank on the right.This tank was used to supply water to locomotives that ran between Como and Breckenridge.
This is where we either head back onto the trail or some of us will hike down the railroad trail back to the trailhead.I’ll tell you the panorama views are spectacular so bring a camera with you.
I’d like to be able to tell you how to get there but there are so many directions depending where you’re coming from so please use whatever directional app you have to Baker’s Tank Trailhead.
I hope to see you all at the camping area on Boreas Pass and the Baker’s Tank Loop.
Drive Safe
Don
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~ In addition we as organizers are not responsible for any damage done to your vehicles, mobile homes, trailers (pop tops included) - THE BURNING BEAR TRAIL (EAST): GUANELLA PASSBurning Bear Trailhead #601, Grant, CO
Hikers and Campers,
Be sure to read this and understand these TERMS OF SERVICE WAIVERS before signing up for any and all events:
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~ In addition we as organizers are not responsible for any damage done to your vehicles, mobile homes, trailers (pop tops included) especially after the dangers of some roads are mentioned in the postings.~https://cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/Backcountry-Search-and-Rescue.aspx
This is only a bit of advice, recommendation and suggestion but…BELIEVE ME! NO ONE IS AS HAPPY TO HAVE ONE AS I AM! ONLY $3.00.
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THE BURNING BEAR TRAIL: HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND...GUANELLA PASS IS OPEN!
~ Though most of the trail is enclosed by pine trees there are spots on the trail which could be a bit icy so it may be a good idea to bring along a pair of traction for your boots anywayThis trail is quite possibly one of my top ten of my favorite trails to hike
~I'll update on all weather conditions and temperatures
~Dogs on a leash~Carpooling: The Fort parking lot located at: 19192 Highway 8, Morrison, CO 80465. I wouldn't leave no later than 8:30. I won't be able to carpool. I'll be lookin' for future camping spots on Guanella Pass for meteror showers!
~Drive Southbound U.S. Hwy 285 through Bailey, then continue for 10.8 miles to Grant. Turn right (north) on Park County Road #62 (sometimes called the Guanella Pass Road) and drive 4.9 miles to the trailhead at a turn in the road. There is a sign and gate on the left (north) side of the road at the trailhead. Parking is available 0.2 miles further at the parking area for the Abyss Lake/Burning Bear East trailhead
~The Burning Bear Trail is a 7.5 mile round-trip hike, moderate difficult hiking rating with an elevation gain of 1,353
~Remember to cross the road from the Abyss/Burning Bear parking lot where the trailhead for the Burning Bear Trail begins. You’ll see a metal cow guard gate.
From the trailhead gate, the trail leads northwest in an open meadow for about 200 yards and then crosses a bridge over Geneva Creek. From the trailhead we'll come to a fork in the trail that is marked by a sign post.
The first mile is relatively flat. We then leave the meadow area and begin climbing through a stand of lodge-pole pine. At about 2 ½ miles from the trailhead, we'll come to remnants of an old log cabin on the left. Above this point, the trail begins to steepen on a series of switchbacks to the ridge summit at 3.7 miles/7.4 mile round trip.
The high point of the trail is marked by a six-foot dead tree stump having two metal diamond shaped markers. From this ridge, we'll come to Burning Bear Creek where we usually turn around.Discuss carpooling and drive safely
Have a great week everybody.
DonNot open - ROAD 72 DISPERSED CAMPING: FRASER, CO.Needs location
-Corinne Jesmain- "I'd much rather sit around and stare at a bonfire for several hours than sit around and watch tv for one hour"
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Be sure to read this and understand these TERMS OF SERVICE WAIVERS before signing up for any and all events:
~https://help.meetup.com/hc/en-us/articles/360027447252-Terms-of-Service
When Meetup members sign up and accept the Meetup Terms of Service, they are agreeing to the Release found in Section 6.2: This Release states that members attend events at their own risk, and release The Organizers, the assistant organizers and Meetup from any claims that may result in injury or death~https://cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/Backcountry-Search-and-Rescue.aspx
BELIEVE ME! NO ONE IS AS HAPPY TO HAVE ONE AS I AM! ONLY $3.00.
Colorado Outdoor Recreation Search and Rescue (CORSAR) Card: Dedicated VOLUNTEER search and rescue (BSAR) professionals, across Colorado, are ready to mobilize to help those stranded, lost, or injured in the Colorado backcountry. Your Colorado Outdoor Recreation Search and Rescue (CORSAR) contribution supplies reimbursements to SAR teams for costs incurred while conducting search and rescue operations, and to provide funding for the purchase of search and rescue-related equipment and training. Because of your support and the tremendous generosity of our search and rescue responders, Colorado is a safer place to play. Purchase a CORSAR Card.~ In addition we as organizers are not responsible for any damage done to your vehicles, mobile homes, trailers (pop tops included)
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~You do not have to camp on the days I have scheduled. Come and leave whenever you want to as a matter of fact I usually start camping sometime on Thursday and stay until after a hike on Saturday. I avoid RVs the size of aircraft carriers, pulling another trailer chugging up I-70 or any other highway…BOTH WAYS!!! This way those coming up later in the week or the weekend will have a place to camp with those who are already there.
~ Let’s leave the keys of our stresses and anxiety on a tree branch at home and pick-up the keys to what may be a very peaceful time of your life and bring them along with you.
~ I always do my best to find dispersed camping sites near towns for several of your own reasons
~ In case of an emergency First Response Teams will be able to get to an injured person a bit sooner and safer.
We’ll be camping at:ROAD 72 DISPERSED CAMPING
Restrooms: No
Water: No
Crowds: Moderate
Road 72 offer mile upon mile of dispersed camping near Winter Park, just southwest of the town of Fraser. This is a popular dispersed camping area that is accessible for most vehicles, including small RVs and those pulling a trailer. In addition to the campsites along the main road, we'll find a quieter site on one of the many spur roads that lead south off of 72.
Keep in mind that many folk will also look to camp along Road 73, north of here, although that is not officially permitted per the Arapaho National Forest MVUM. (Don't do this)
Road 72 is a good option if you prefer to be close to services, as its an easy drive into Fraser or Winter Park from here. For that convenience, you’ll give up a certain amount of privacy, although that is an easy trade off for many campers looking for convenient campsite.Be sure to look up on most websites of what you ought to bring...that's your responsibility.
Hopefully we'll see some shooting stars and other space objects floating around!
Bring Wood and Water.
See you all soon,
Don
