Memorial Day Weekend Palmer Lake Reservoir To Winding Stairs

***LIMITED PARKING! Let's meet at 8am in the COSTCO parking lot and carpool to the main trailhead parking lot in Monument

This is a moderate 9ish mile out and back hike that has about 2400 ft elevation gain and features fantastic views and the various peaks!

Trail info: Palmer Lake Reservoir to Winding Stairs on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/palmer-lake-reservoir-to-winding-stairs--4?sh=zo1uwh&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality

Trail conditions: dirt

Bring snacks to share

***Animals: OK

***WEATHER: ?? degrees and sunny

*** Trail conditions: rocky dirt trail. Expect almost NO cell service

***NEEDED: WATER, light jacket, hiking poles, boots, sunscreen, sunglasses, and snacks/drinks to share. Be prepared with weather and terrain specific gear!

Socializing and drinking/eating and photos at several scenic spot.

***Disclaimer: Hike at your own risk. Keep up with the group. Tell us your limitations, concerns and stay connected on trail, download your OWN map. Mileage, length of hike is estimated. MeetUp host maintains the right to make changes "as we go" based on weather, interest, and other factors. Always be prepared with water, food and first aid items