Sleepy Lion Loop (A)

## Details

1. Hike Description: Join us for a 5 mile hike along the Sleepy Lion Trail in the Button Rock Preserve Open Space, located just west of Lyons. The trail is moderately challenging with an elevation gain of 856 ft. We will weave through aspen and and evergreen forests, as well as an occasional meadow. At our highest point, we will enjoy the views from the banks of the scenic Ralph Price Reservoir. Limit is 8 hikers.
2. Hike Length, Starting Elevation, Elevation Gain: Round trip distance will be roughly 5 miles with an estimated 856 feet elevation gain. Elevation at the trailhead is 6020 ft.
3. Meetup Location and Rideshare amount: The meeting place for this hike will be Jax West in Loveland at Eisenhower and Wilson Ave. Drivers to the Trailhead will be determined prior to the hike date. Rideshare fee is $6, payable to the driver.
4. Lateness: We will wait only 5 minutes for late arrivals at the meetup location. Please allow extra time to get to the meetup location by the stated meetup time.
5. Hike Pace: This hike will be at a moderate pace. We hike as a group and will stop at appropriate spots, as needed, along the way for rest, water, snacks, photos, etc.
6. Things to Bring: Water, snacks, appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy hiking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, hiking poles.
7. Weather Forecast: See the forecast for the trail area here: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=40.224&lon=-105.2699
8. Cancellation of Hike: Hikes are always subject to date/time change or cancellation due to weather, trail conditions or closures, or other unforeseen circumstances. You will be notified if the hike is cancelled for any reason.
9. Required Waiver: If you have not already done so, you must sign the LMC waiver available on our website (see below) prior to this hike. Copies will be available at the meetup location, or you may print, sign, and bring with you a form available at this link: https://lovelandmountainclub.org/images/Forms/2024application-renewal-waiver.pdf. If you choose to sign the waiver on the day of hike, please arrive early so that we can depart for the hike on time. By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you can perform this hike and that you are solely responsible for your own safety.
10. Covid Protocol: Fully Covid vaccinated hikers only for carpooling. At the hike leader's discretion, non-vaccinated hikers may meet at the trailhead. Please contact the hike leader to discuss this matter.