What we’re about
Welcome, Active Outdoors Fans!
The Denver Trail Heads is a group for people with a wide range of outdoor interests. We will be hiking, snowshoeing, camping, cross-country skiing, etc. Occasionally, you will see a backpack or camping trip or an overnight at one of the many Forest Service cabins.
Our goal is to provide a safe, fun environment for ALL to enjoy outdoor activities, regardless of:
• Age
• Gender
• National Origin
• Race
• Religion
• Sexual Orientation
To date, we have hosted over 2,500 events. These trips were all made possible by our organizers. We work hard to organize trips and make them fun for you. The tone of an event is set by the organizer. Hiking speed, number of breaks, fitness level required, picture taking, dog-friendly, etc. Sometimes it is not as much the location or type of event, but who is running it that will determine if it is the event for you. More information about our organizers can be found here.
If you have an idea for a trip or you are interested in becoming an organizer, please let Paul and Bernard know. We are always looking for qualified organizers to help out!
Please RSVP yes only if you definitely plan to come. If you change your mind, please update your RSVP.
By joining this group you agree to the policies and terms of the group.
We do not charge members a fee to join the group. However, donations are appreciated.
NOTE TO SOLICITORS; This is not a philanthropic, or marketing organization. Please do not contact us for such purposes.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Last Minute Rawhide Loop Hike - White Ranch Park, West TrailheadRawhide Loop Trail Head, Golden, CO
Let's enjoy a moderate hike in the open portion of White Ranch Park!
CONTACT: Bernard at (303) 229-2419
ATTENDEE LIMIT: 14 Hikers per Jefferson County Open Space regulations.
SIGN-UP: Please RSVP yes only if you definitely plan to come. If you change your mind, please update your RSVP. By joining this group you agree to the Policies and Terms of this group.
NO SHOWS: If you No-Show to 2 events, you will be removed and banned from this meetup group. So please change your RSVP to “not going” if you are unable to attend.
COVID-19 PROTOCOL: Do not sign up if you:
- are sick with, or have tested positive for COVID-19.
- have been in contact with a person who is sick with, or has tested positive for COVID-19.
- are not feeling well, or have any other infectious disease.
DISTANCE/GAIN: 5.2 mi RT with 955 ft. total elevation gain. MAP
DOGS: Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome on this hike. Dogs must be leashed. Waste must be picked up and deposited into receptacles.
WHEN: Meet at 7:30 am; hike begins no later than 7:35 am.
WHAT TO BRING: Appropriate gear (jacket, water, etc).
DISCLAIMER: Hiking is risky. Every year people are hurt and killed because they go beyond their abilities, get lost, or bring the wrong gear. I am not a professional guide. You are responsible for yourself. By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your own safety and will do the necessary research to understand the conditions of this hike and the gear and conditioning required. And lastly, anyone choosing to hike with our group should carry personal medical insurance and a CORSAR (Colorado Outdoor Recreation Search and Rescue) card in case of an emergency.
- Morning Loop Hike - O'Fallon ParkO'Fallon Park, Kittredge, CO
Let's enjoy a longer morning loop hike in my favorite Denver Mountain Park! We will hike the longer loop, part of which has recently been designated as the Winston K. Walker Loop, and venture to the recently restored chimney.
CONTACT: Bernard at (303)-229-2419
ATTENDEE LIMIT: 14 Hikers
SIGN-UP: Please RSVP yes only if you definitely plan to come. If you change your mind, please update your RSVP. By joining this group you agree to the Policies and Terms of this group.
NO SHOWS: If you No-Show to 2 events, you will be removed and banned from this meetup group. So please change your RSVP to “not going” if you are unable to attend.
COVID-19 PROTOCOL: Do not sign up if you:
- are sick with, or have tested positive for COVID-19.
- have been in contact with a person who is sick with, or has tested positive for COVID-19.
- are not feeling well, or have any other infectious disease.
MEET: Please arrive early at the last parking lots at O'Fallon Park to prepare and for introductions. Hike begins ASAP and no later than 6:50 am.
WHAT TO BRING: Typical gear, jacket, water, snacks, etc.
DISTANCE/GAIN: 3.7 mi RT. Elevation gain: 667 ft. (Level: Moderate).
NOTE: The trail gains over 425 ft in the first 0.8 miles. MAP
DOGS: Well-behaved dogs are welcome. Dogs must be leashed. Dog owners must clean up pet excrement.
Denver Mountain Park Regulation:
16.3.8 Dogs brought on to Trails must be restrained by a leash no longer than six (6) feet in length. Operators of Human-Powered Devices on Trails are not allowed to have a dog on leash while operating or riding Human-Powered Devices.
DISCLAIMER: Hiking is risky. Every year people are hurt and killed because they go beyond their abilities, get lost, or bring the wrong gear. I am not a professional guide. You are responsible for yourself. By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your own safety and will do the necessary research to understand the conditions of this hike and the gear and conditioning required. And lastly, anyone choosing to hike with our group should carry personal medical insurance and a CORSAR (Colorado Outdoor Recreation Search and Rescue) card in case of an emergency.
HISTORY: Martin J. O’Fallon’s 1938 donation of 860 acres was one of the last major additions to the Denver Mountain Park system. This donation connected Corwina Park on the creek with Pence Park to the south. Together the three parks comprise 1,487 acres of contiguous parcels. Most of the park acreage is open space that protects and sustains the Bear Creek corridor including wetlands, riparian forest, open meadows, watershed, and evergreen forests.
O’Fallon is a favored spot for family picnics along bear Creek. Consequently, it fills up quickly especially weekends during the summer months. O’Fallon Mountain Park has an extensive system of trails. It is possible to hike east to Corwina Park or west to Pence Park. O’Fallon also provides access to the Bear Creek Trail. All trails in O’Fallon are closed to mountain bikes and hiker only except the Bear Creek Trail which traverses the park from Corwina Park to Pence Park. There is no mountain bike access to the Bear Creek Trail from the O’Fallon Park trailheads.
Picnicking and restroom facilities are available in the central portion of the park with nearby parking.
The old Bear Creek Road which is closed to motorized traffic provides a short hike to an iconic stone fireplace (missing its roof) visible along Bear Creek and which commemorates Mr. O’Fallon’s donation. O’Fallon is also a favorite spot for fishing along Bear Creek.
More information about Denver Mountain Parks:
RMPBS - Colorado Experience: Denver Mountain Parks
- Evening Hike - Dakota (Dinosaur) RidgeMatthew Winters Park, Golden, CO
Let's take advantage of the gorgeous false spring weather by getting the blood pumping ridge hiking on sandstone deposited in the Cretaceous Period. You bet Jurassic it's going to be a good time! 😊
Given the exposure on this hike, we will play it by ear.
Sunset: 8:33 pm
Curfew: 9:33 pmCONTACT: Bernard at (303)-229-2419
ATTENDEE LIMIT: 14 Hikers per Jefferson County Open Space regulations.
SIGN-UP: Please RSVP yes only if you definitely plan to come. If you change your mind, please update your RSVP. By joining this group you agree to the Policies and Terms of this group.
NO SHOWS: If you No-Show to 2 events, you will be removed and banned from this meetup group. So please change your RSVP to “not going” if you are unable to attend.
COVID-19 PROTOCOL: Do not sign up if you:
- are sick with, or have tested positive for COVID-19.
- have been in contact with a person who is sick with, or has tested positive for COVID-19.
- are not feeling well, or have any other infectious disease.
MEET: Please arrive early to prepare to hike and for introductions as we will start hiking ASAP.
NOTE: Due to a recent series of car break-ins at the Stegosaurus Parking Lot, we will meet in the Matthews Winters Parking Lot.
DISTANCE/GAIN: 4 mi RT. Elevation gain: 905 ft. (Level: Difficult/Strenuous). MAP
NOTE: The trail ascends ~285 ft. in the first 0.5 miles.
WHAT TO BRING: Appropriate gear (jacket, water, snacks, headlamp, etc).
DOGS: Well-behaved dogs are welcome. Dogs must be leashed. Waste must be picked up and deposited into receptacles.
DISCLAIMER: Hiking is risky. Every year people are hurt and killed because they go beyond their abilities, get lost, or bring the wrong gear. We are not professional guides. You are responsible for yourself. By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your own safety and will do the necessary research to understand the conditions of this hike and the gear and conditioning required. Anyone choosing to hike with our group should carry personal health insurance and a CORSAR (Colorado Outdoor Recreation Search and Rescue) card, in case of an emergency.
