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Join us for two nights of backpacking near Crested Butte!

This will be a spectacular hike! And well worth the drive.

EXPERIENCE:

  • If you are new to backpacking, this trip might be for you! If this is your first night in the backcountry, let's connect to cover the basics. Please send Jeremiah Harberg a message on meetup and we can chat by phone.
  • If you are an experienced backpacker, then hop on! You are clear to RSVP.

RSVP OPENS: Friday, June 12th at 12.00 pm.

MEET AND GREET AT TRAILHEAD: 11:30 am
START HIKING: 12:00 pm

FITNESS: (intermediate-fit) You should be in good shape and comfortable hiking steep sections and stream crossings.

TRAILHEAD: (Oh Be Joyful Recreation Area)
Length: 5 miles, each way
Elevation: +1,400
Route type: Out and Back
Crowds: Expect to share the trail with day hikers.

DAY 1, Fri July 3:
Hike ~ 5 miles to camp, +1,400 feet of gain

Day 2, Sat July 4:
Hike 2 miles to Blue Lake, +800 feet of gain (optional hike)

Day 3, Sun July5:
Hike out, 5 miles to trailhead, -1,400 feet of gain

WHERE: Ragged Peaks Wilderness, near Crested Butte
HIKE TYPE: Backpacking, two nights
TRAIL MAP:

CARPOOLING (strongly encouraged):
Wooly Mammoth Park-N-Ride
18560 U.S. Hwy 40, Golden, CO 80401
Section CC

Drive Time: 4 hours 30 min
Organize Cars: 6:15AM
Start Driving: 6:30 AM

DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD:

GOOGLE MAPS LINK

WEBSITES:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/oh-be-joyful--3

NOTEABLES:

  • Hikes may be changed or canceled due to weather, smoke and snow pack.
  • Dogs: Furry friends are welcome on this hike. Just remember to keep them on a leash per wilderness 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 24 hours before the event. If you miss 2 events without notice, you'll need to wait 90 days before rejoining the group.

BE PREPARED:

TRIP STYLE: Backpacking to Nature
We backpack to nature. Our adventures are less about the destination and more about the journey itself. We immerse ourselves the splendor of nature. We spend our evenings by the fire, telling stories under the stars. Many trips challenge us but we are never in a hurry to get there.

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