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Colorado Trail Segment: 14
Total Miles:
Group Size: 8 (Including Host)
Meet Time: 8 AM
Meet at:
19487 US-50, Salida, CO 81201
Start at:
Colorado Trail, Segment 14: (Chalk Creek Trailhead), Nathrop, CO 81236
Maps:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/colorado-trail-segment-14?u=i&sh=xyetkj
Description:
Knocking out Segment 14 with a 14er. This stretch offers a unique opportunity to summit a classic 14 while completing the Colorado Trail.

Day 1: 12.3 Miles to Cross Squaw Creek
Day 2: Day Trip to Mount Shavano. 4 Miles with 4000 ft of additional Elevation gain. Optional additional 1 mile stretch to Tabeguache Peak. Return to camp. Relax rest of day.
Day 3: 8 miles to US HWY 50!

Requirements:

  1. Fill out waiver: https://forms.gle/VkERmkk7ChV3f4c27.
  2. Complete a qualifying hike - we do this to ensure everyone's safety and to make sure everyone is able to respect others. See calendar for upcoming hikes.

Resources:
The 10 Essentials: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html
What to Bring Backpacking: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/backpacking-checklist.html

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