Mt. Beirdstat

Hiking Bierstadt or Blue Sky dependent on trail conditions, weather and avi saftey. Save the date 📅 and we will adjust as needed.

Let's Go to Bierstadt. Here is the AT Beta. Trail reports look good (14ers.com). Please download the trail map and deets on both apps.

Mount Bierstadt Trail on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/mount-bierstadt-trail?sh=sueibz&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality

From what I can tell the winter trailhead is at 11000ft and 1.75 miles lower. So im expecting 11.5 to 12 mile RT.

Also, weather looks amazing. No recent precipitation. 60s at the trailhead and maybe it hits freezing at the summit from windchill (actual temp upper 30s) with 6 to 16mph winds forecasted.

What to Expect
-Spring trail travel: snow/ice, some wind, mild to cold temps
-Steady, conversational pace with regroup points
-Emphasis on safe travel, communication, and smart turnarounds
-Turnaround time based on conditions and daylight

Required Gear
-Microspikes (required)
-Cold-weather trail loadout:
Warm layers + shell (expect wind)
-Gaiters (preference)-Water + snacks / lunch (plan for longer than expected)
-Multiple gloves (backup pair is key)
-Hat / buff / eye protection
-Trekking poles (strongly recommended)
-Headlamp (always)

Disclaimer (Please Read)
Pikes Peak Mountaineers is a group of like-minded friends organizing hikes together for Type 2 fun. We are not professional guides or instructors, and this is not a guided trip.

All participants are responsible for their own decisions, safety, preparation, and equipment. Mountain travel involves inherent risks, including injury or worse. By joining this event, you acknowledge that you participate at your own risk and accept full responsibility for your safety. Organizers and group members assume no liability for accidents, injuries, or loss of property.

My cell is 928.379.2033. Please check in and update your attendance if plans change.