Spike/Snowshoe Burning Bear Trail

This is an out and back spike hike/snowshoe of ~6 miles roundtrip with around 800 feet of elevation gain. The first mile along Burning Bear Creek west from Geneva Creek is relatively flat. Once we leave the meadow area, the trail begins climbing through a stand of lodgepole pines. At about 2.5 miles from the trailhead, there will be remnants of an old log cabin on the left - this is where we'll stop for a snack and begin the trip back to the parking lot. The Burning Bear Trail is identified by diamond shaped metal markers (blue and gray) nailed to trees.

Check out Burning Bear Trail on AllTrails...
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/burning-bear-trail?sh=0fyj7s&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality

What to bring...Colorado weather changes quickly! Please come prepared with appropriate hiking clothing and gear... first aid kit, backpack and food/water, waterproof boots, hiking poles, microspikes, snowshoes, snow gear, warm hat, extra gloves, extra socks, and extra layers. Make it the best experience possible by being prepared!

Check the weather forecast and trail conditions before you leave home and show up prepared!

Directions to Trailhead: Drive west on U. S. Highway 285 for 10.8 miles to Grant. Turn right (north) on Park County Road 62 (sometimes called the Guanella Pass Road) where a sign reads "Georgetown 24" and drive 5+ miles and park in the Abyss Trail parking area on the right side of the road. The trailhead is located on the left (west) side of the road on top of the switchbacks and is marked with a cross-country skier symbol. There is limited parking at the trailhead, additional parking is available at the Abyss Lake trailhead 0.2 miles further.

Carpooling: Arrange your own carpool from your neighborhood. See you at the Trailhead.

Important Note: This is a participate at your own risk event!

Life is risky. I am not a professional guide. By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your own safety.

See you there!