Walk 360 Mini-Loop: South Urban Hike (last one!)
Overview
Finish a friendly urban loop with fellow hikers, boosting your stamina, mood, and street-smart fitness, great for active beginners or seasoned walkers.
Details
TYPE: Urban Hike | PACE: Fitness | TERRAIN: Sidewalks, Multi-Use Paths, Dirt Trails | DISTANCE: Approx 7 miles
Walk Description: We did it! This mini-loop is the last of the seven (or eight) urban hikes that incorporate parts of the Walk 360, a 26-mile urban hiking route around the periphery of the city. Come celebrate the holiday season as we close the big loop with the South Urban Hike, beginning and ending at the Neptune Mountaineering Cafe in the Table Mesa Shopping Center. The Neptune Cafe opens at 8:00 am, so arrive early to get breakfast, use the restroom and fill water bottles. This map illustrates all of the mini-loop routes (the route for this hike is in red): https://caltopo.com/m/1SU2
Schedule and Planning: We will meet at 9 am in front of Neptune Mountaineering Cafe, which is located off Broadway on the northeast side of the Table Mesa Shopping Center. RTD's Skip bus serves Broadway and is the best way to get to the shopping center. You can park in the shopping center lot or on Amer Ave. or Toedtli Dr. This urban hike is about 7 miles, so it should take us about 2.5 hours to complete.
Walking Movement Leader: Darcy Kitching started volunteering with the Boulder Ramblers in 2015. She is the author of "The Best Urban Hikes: Boulder." You can reach Darcy at (720) 805-8293 or besturbanhikesboulder@gmail.com.
Notes:
~ We will begin walking at 9:05, so please arrive on time.
~ Be sure to bring plenty of water, snacks, sun protection and wear appropriate gear/clothing for the season.
~ Dogs are allowed, but please be mindful of your pet's ability and comfort on this long walk.
Release of liability: By signing up for this walk, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety and well-being throughout the event. This is a volunteer-led experience. Volunteers are not liable for any injury or illness that may happen during the event or that results from participating in this event. Please take good care to only sign up for walks or hikes that are within your skill level and comfort. As always, have fun and be safe!