Day Hike ~ Bear Peak (SAT JAN 17)

Join us on a hike in Boulder, CO!

The summit of Bear Peak provides panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the Flatirons, Boulder, and the Continental Divide.

MEET AND GREET: 9.45 AM
START HIKING: 10:00 AM

FITNESS: (intermediate-fit) You should be in good shape. We are climbing a mountain.

DIRECTIONS:
We are starting from a neighborhood trailhead.

2355 Cragmoor Rd, Boulder, CO 80305

Google Map Link

TRAIL: Cragmoor Connector

• Length: 5 miles round trip
• Elevation gain: 2,700 feet
• Route type: out and back
• Time: 4 hours - 4.5 hours
• Expect to share the trail with other hikers

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/bear-peak-via-shanahan-ridge

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)
Arvada Olde Town RTD Garage
5575 Vance Street
Arvada, CO

ORGANIZE CARS: 8.45 am
START DRIVING: 9.00 am

NOTEABLES:

• Hikes may be changed or canceled due to weather and smoke
• Dogs: Furry friends are welcome on this hike. Just remember to keep them on a leash per city of Boulder 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 three events without notice, you'll need to wait 90 days before rejoining the group.

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