Hike With Us Colorado

***MEET in parking lot at Safeway (Colorado ave) to carpool 1 hr to trail head in Lost Creek Wilderness

Shaft House via Goose Creek (and beyond) is a beautiful challenging 9+ mile out and back trail that features incredible views and about 1600ft elevation gain.

***Animals: ok

***WEATHER: ?? degrees and sunny

*** Trail conditions: good

***HIKING NEEDED: WATER, hiking boots, hiking poles, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, rain poncho, first aid kit, and snacks/drinks to share. Poles not necessary but might be useful.

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

***Disclaimer: Participate at your own risk. Make sure you are prepared!

Cell service may be limited or not available so please keep up with the group. Tell us your limitations, concerns and stay connected on trail. 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

Darlings, we'll be meeting/ parking at Safeway on Nevada ave and driving South about 25 mins to trailhead.

*Beautiful Out There Trail Details: This trail is a moderate 8ish mile out and back flat dirt trail that features cool pond and nice views!

*Weather: 65 degrees

*Dogs Allowed: YES (on leash)

*What You'll NEED: Headlamp/ flashlight, water, light jacket, boots, hiking poles, sunscreen, and snacks/drinks to share and fun attitude!

*Socializing and drinking/eating at a designated 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

***MEET in front of the bus stop at Hiawatha Gardens 5:30pm, catch the shuttle to the trailhead. Paid parking at Hiawatha Gardens in effect until 6pm. A free half hour parking option exists at the pay kiosks.

Parking may be available at Iron Springs Chateau, if no show is playing. You may be charged $15 to park at the Iron Springs Chateau. The Hiawatha Gardens parking lot and the Iron Springs Chateau are the only lawful incline parking options as posted by city signage. Parking elsewhere is at your own risk.

Meet at the trailhead by 6pm. //// Hike begins promptly at 6pm //// Shuttle back to Hiawatha if shuttle available. Walk back alternative.

This challenging loop is about 4+ miles and has about 2000 ft elevation gain and features great views.

Questions, TEXT me please, 719-210-7070🤗

Animals: dogs not permitted on the incline per city signage.

WEATHER: expected weather will be posted day of hike.

⚡️In the event thunder Is heard, the hike will automatically be CANCELED. ALL hikers must IMMEDIATELY DESCEND.

Trail conditions: dirt/ rocky

NEEDED: FLASHLIGHT, water, hiking poles, light jacket, and snacks/drinks to share.

Socializing and drinking/eating and photos at the summit

AllTrails:
The Manitou Incline
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/the-manitou-incline?p=69981633&sh=kvtwer

***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

URGENT: Space is limited! To be confirmed you must sign up and make the $150 nonrefundable deposit by the deadline. Please call or text for deposit details and any other questions!

***LEAVING on Mon eve and RETURNING on Thurs night

***MEET in Safeway (6520 south academy Blvd) parking lot to carpool 11 hours to Utah. Bring ID, credit card, and $cash to pay park entry fee, tip waiter/ campsite personnel etc

FIRST COME FIRST SERVE! $150 deposit due Mar 20. Remaining $300 due April 20.

COST: $450 includes transportation, gas, entry fees, accommodation/ hotel, some food and incidental. Price may increase or decrease depending on the number of hikers, prices at the time of vehicle rental or hotel booking.

ACCOMMODATION: Desert Sage Cabins - 1 night and Goulding Cabins - 1 night (cabin & campsite)

Shopping, hiking, sightseeing and glamping. Some details are subject to change!!!

*** DONATION for NAVAJO nation school children. -Back to school items (ruled books, markers, highlighters, calculator and folders). - Healthy snacks (granola bars, fruit bars, juice boxes, mixed fruit, apple sauce etc)

This is a weekend adventure for hiking enthusiasts! Various hikes of varying lengths ranging from moderate to challenging.

Monday: Meeting on MONDAY at 8:45pm and LEAVING at 9pm from the Safeway to UTAH

• Tuesday - We will hike Angel's Landing in the Zion National Park ($$fee) and explore Moab then settle in at our clamping site.

• Wednesday - drive to Bryce National Park($$fee) for short hike then drive through Valley of the Gods to Monument Valley to meet our host.

Monument Valley - Visit the Navajo Reservation and present DONATION, (see above).

Spend the night in Goulding Cabins-

• Thursday - Drive to see Gooseneck State Park and Return to Colorado - Hotsprings or Treasure Falls outside of Pagosa Springs on highway 160 on our way back maybe?

***Animals: NO

***WEATHER: 80 degrees and ??

*** Trail conditions: varying. May be COLD at night!

***NEEDED: WATER, FOOD, hiking boots, light jacket, tent, sleeping bags, mattress pad, sunscreen, sunglasses and snacks/drinks to share. Flashlight, batteries, poles and poncho/ rain, first-aid kit, mace, whistle, phone charger, personal hygiene items and socks/ undies, medication etc

***Leaders will have walkies?, first aid and safety plan 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