Kruger Rock hike Hermit Park, Estes Park, CO
Hosted By
Elizabeth M.
Details
- Hike description: Kruger Rock is an out and back A hike of 4 miles with a 915 foot elevation gain. It is in Estes Park. CO. This hike is never too difficult but there are definitely a few steeper parts, especially at the end. For the most part you’re hiking through trees but then the trees clear and you get the most incredible view.
- Hike length, starting elevation, elevation gain: The Kruger Rock Trail, which leads to the summit, starts at an elevation of 8,440 feet and ends at an elevation of 9,355 feet.
- Meetup Location and rideshare amount: We will be meeting at Jax West (2665 W Eisenhower Blvd, Loveland, CO) parking lot a little before 7:00 am. Round trip distance to Kruger Rock trailhead is about 30 miles. Ride share will be $6 per person.
- Trailhead location https://maps.app.goo.gl/4AiR25XKAc7815es7
- 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.
- Hike Pace: This hike will be at a easy to moderate pace (2-3 miles per hour). We hike as a group and will stop at appropriate spots, as needed, along the way for water, snacks, lunch, photos, etc.
- Things to Bring: Water, snacks, lunch, appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy hiking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, hiking poles (if you use them).
- Weather Forecast: See the forecast for the trail area here : https://forecast.weather.gov (enter the location). Any changes to the hike due to weather conditions will be communicated on Meetup.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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Kruger Rock hike Hermit Park, Estes Park, CO
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