Kraft Mt Loop

📢Please read the entire description.

Note: 1. There is a $5 fee for every event unless it states otherwise. 2. This hike is cross-posted with VegasHikers.

Before RSVPing:
To join any Trail Ready event, please complete these two steps first:

1. Fill out and submit your Trail Ready waiver packet. Trail Ready Packet
2. Send your $25 membership fee and $5 event fee via Zelle (mrodonald@gmail.com and make sure it's sent to Trail Ready Program LLC)

NOTE: Event Fee
The $5 event fee can be sent in advance via Zelle (preferred) or paid in cash at check-in before the hike begins.

Kraft Mountain offers a 3.5- to 4-mile loop through Calico Basin, featuring steep climbs, scenic washes, and sections of red sandstone that include moderate rock scrambling (10–15%). This route tests both endurance and focus, offering hikers a well-rounded challenge with rewarding summit views. Beyond the physical experience, this hike reinforces Trail Ready’s 10 Pillars of Hiking—emphasizing awareness, communication, and preparedness on every step of the trail.

HIKE QUICK STATS:
• Location: Kraft Mountain parking lot
• Distance: 3.5 - 4 miles
• Elevation gain: 800 ft
• Difficulty & pace: moderate/strenuous
• Time: 4hours (includes driving)
• No guests, children, canines, or event crashers please!
• All attendees must be members of VegasHikers. It only takes a couple of minutes to sign up, and it's FREE.

GEAR:

• Backpack
• Hiking shoes; approach shoes are helpful
• No trekking poles
• 2L of water, sun protection, snacks & electrolytes

CARPOOLS:
We will meet at the Red Rock Hotel, West parking garage, 4th floor, section 4D, near the ramp to form carpools.

WEATHER INFO:
Check the current weather HERE to determine what to wear. Staying prepared starts with checking the weather—bring layers, sun protection, or rain gear accordingly.

DISCLAIMER:

Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.