Hiking & Fun In Utah

This is a MULTI-DAY (Apr23 - 27) out of state event with easy to moderate hiking and sightseeing!

URGENT: Space is limited! To be confirmed you must sign up and make the $150 nonrefundable deposit by the deadline. Please call or text for deposit details and any other questions, 719-210-7070!

***LEAVING on Thurs eve and RETURNING on Mon night

***MEET in Safeway (6520 south academy Blvd) parking lot to carpool 11 hours to Utah. Bring ID, credit card, and $cash to pay park entry fee, tip waiter/ campsite personnel etc

FIRST COME FIRST SERVE! $150 deposit due Jan 30. Remaining $349 due Mar 15.

COST: $499 includes transportation, gas, entry fees, accommodation/ hotel, some food and incidental. Price may increase or decrease depending on the number of hikers, prices at the time of vehicle rental or hotel booking.

ACCOMMODATION: hotel

Shopping, hiking, sightseeing and glamping. Some details are subject to change!!!

*** If possible, DONATION for NAVAJO nation school children. -Back to school items (ruled books, markers, highlighters, calculator and folders). - Healthy snacks (granola bars, fruit bars, juice boxes, mixed fruit, apple sauce etc)

This is a weekend adventure for hiking enthusiasts! Various hikes of varying lengths ranging from moderate to challenging.

Utah Badlands

Location: Primarily in the central and southeastern parts of the state.

Notable Features: Includes areas like Capitol Reef National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, and Factory Butte, known for its prominent, isolated summit.

Thursday - Meeting at 8:45pm and LEAVING at 9:30pm from the Safeway to UTAH

Friday - We will hike and explore
Saturday - hike and explore
Sunday - sightseeing
Monday - Drive to see Gooseneck State Park and Return to Colorado - Hotsprings or Treasure Falls outside of Pagosa Springs on highway 160 on our way back maybe?

***Animals: NO

***WEATHER: ?? degrees and ??

*** Trail conditions: varying. May be COLD at night!

***NEEDED: WATER, FOOD, hiking boots, light jacket, tent, sleeping bags, mattress pad, sunscreen, sunglasses and snacks/drinks to share. Flashlight, batteries, poles and poncho/ rain, first-aid kit, mace, whistle, phone charger, personal hygiene items and socks/ undies, medication etc

***Leaders will have walkies?, first aid and safety plan Socializing and drinking/eating and photos at several scenic spot.

***Disclaimer: Hike at your own risk. Keep up with the group. Tell us your limitations, concerns and stay connected on trail, download your OWN map. Mileage, length of hike is estimated. MeetUp host maintains the right to make changes "as we go" based on weather, interest, and other factors. Always be prepared with water, food and first aid items