Heart Creek Trail / Heart Creek Bunker

Distance: 2x 5 km return
Elevation: 400 meters +/-
Note: End time is only an estimate.
WEATHER Dependent

The Heart Creek hike is a beautiful, fun and easy hike. The trail follows the path of Heart Creek into the belly of a dramatic mountain canyon, filled with large evergreen trees and boulders on the canyon floor. Highlights include crossing the little wooden bridges over Heart Creek, a beautiful aspen forest and excellent Rocky Mountain views. We will also check out the abandoned cold war-era bunker.

The pace will be very slow and steady with lots of time for photos and relaxing.

This hike is for NOVICE/SLOW and BEGINNER HIKERS. We will stay together as a group at the pace of the slowest person. No exceptions. Following the hike we will join the Slow and Steady Anniversary Picnic. (see below)

SUGGESTIONS OF WHAT TO BRING:
Sturdy shoes/boots (must)
Bear spray (must)
Weather appropriate clothing
Hiking poles
Water and snacks
Headlamps for exploring the bunker
Medical Information (ie answers to questions EMT people will ask if you are in an accident)

CARPOOLING:
Please be considerate of your driver’s vehicle and bring a change of shoes and a large plastic bag to keep mud off car floor.
Suggested gas fee contribution is $20 per passenger.

WAIVER AND CODE OF CONDUCT:
The Slow and Steady waiver and Code of Conduct apply. I will have a hard copy of the waiver to sign at the meetup location. You will be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact. Please come prepared with this information.
You are fully aware that organizers are not professional guides and you assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being.