Overnight backpacking trip in Eagle's Nest Wilderness Area.
Details
Please read all of the directions. It's an overnight backpacking trip. We'll go in on Saturday and out on Sunday.
Directions to the Park ‘n Ride: If you want to ride together, let me know.
Directions to the trailhead. Go west on I-70. From I-70 take Exit 205, Silverthorne/Dillon, and travel north on HWY 9. Travel 16 miles north on HWY 9. Just after mile marker 118 turn left onto Heeney Rd (County Rd 30). Follow Heeney Road for 5.3 miles and turn left onto Cataract Creek Road (FDR 1725). There is a parking lot on the left. We'll be starting at the Surprise Trail TH.
The hike: There is a description of this loop here. We can go around it either way, camping at one of the lakes: Eaglesmere-Surprise Lake Loop Hiking Trail, Vail, Colorado
I think there is a restroom at the trailhead. You will need to treat your water.
Well behaved dogs are allowed. No Pitbulls.
Scott
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