Day Hike ~ Mount Galbraith (SUN 11 JAN)

Join us on an afternoon hike near Golden, CO!

MEET AND GREET: 1.15 pm
START HIKING: 1.30 pm

FITNESS: You should be in good shape and comfortable hiking steep sections. The first half of this hike is all uphill.

We starting from the neighborhood trailhead.

Mount Galbraith is located in Jefferson County Open Space Park just northwest of the town Golden, Colorado.

DIRECTIONS:
598 Canyon Point Cir, Golden, CO 80403

TRAIL: Canyon Point Trailhead (neighborhood)

• Length: 5.5, round trip
• Elevation gain: 1,400 feet
• Route type: Loop
• Time: 3 hours - 3.5 hours

Traction devices are required for all winter hikes. Even without recent snow, many trails have a section that's always in shadow and iced over.

• https://gearjunkie.com/winter/best-winter-traction-devices

CARPOOLING: (none)
Use the comments section below or WhatsApp to coordinate carpooling with hikers near you.

NOTEABLES:

• Hikes may be changed or canceled due to weather, smoke and snowpack.
• Dog: Furry friends are welcome on this hike. Just remember to keep them on a leash per park rules.

DISCLAIMER:
Organizers are not responsible for your safety, are not experts, and should not be relied on for specific advice. Organizers do not provide medical or emergency care. Be aware of the risks, and be prepared to navigate and complete the hike independently, including hiking out alone if needed.

GUESTS: Want to bring a friend? We'd love to have them join! Just ask them to sign up for It's Colorado Beautiful and agree to the Terms of Understanding before the hike, as guests aren’t permitted on this adventure.

RSVP CODE: Change your mind? Update your RSVP (including waitlist) at least 12 hours before the event. If you miss two events without notice, you'll need to wait 90 days before rejoining the group.

BE PREPARED:

• If you arrive at the trailhead unprepared (wrong equipment, not in good shape for the trail), you'll be asked to join us on a future hike.
• https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/day-hiking-checklist.html

EXPERIENCE

• beginner: established trails, few steep sections, 3-5 miles
• intermediate: usually on established trails, some steep sections, 5-10 miles
• advanced: often off trail, many steep sections, 10+ miles

FITNESS LEVEL

• average: you are a casual hiker, you probably don't work out
• fit: you are an avid hiker, you stay in good shape
• athletic: you want to feel the burn, you can run up the mountain