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Mon, Nov 10, 2025

Last Chance to Defend Public Lands Rule

Join Claire, Conservation Chair for Colorado Mountain Club Western Slope Group at Carlson Vineyards Downtown Tasting Room to take action supporting the Public Lands Rule before the comment period closes. It can be quick and easy to make your voice heard by signing a prepared letter or creating your own comment.

Willow Lakes
Tue, Nov 11, 2025

Hiking – Willow Lakes

Nice hike in the Gore Range. This route starts at the Willowbrook Trailhead near Silverthorne.

Garden of the Gods
Tue, Nov 11, 2025

Octo Hike – Garden of the Gods

Celebrate Veterans Day with an Octogenarian Hike at Garden of the Gods. Combine multiple paved trails to form a loop while viewing an old city reservoir, North Gateway Rock, Kissing Camels, and Siamese Twins. This is an Octogenarian Hike for those who desire shorter mileage, lower elevation gain, slower pace and more frequent stops. Non-octogenarians are welcome just be aware the pace may be slower than that to which you are accustomed.

Castlewood Canyon State Park
Tue, Nov 11, 2025

Hiking – Castlewood Canyon State Park

Starting at the West entrance out of Franktown we will hike a double loop that includes Homestead, Rim Rock, Inner Canyon, Lake Gulch and Creek Bottom Trails For 6.6 miles.

Hiking – Lion Gulch Trail
Tue, Nov 11, 2025

Hiking – Lion Gulch Trail

This hike through Lion Gulch in St. Vrain Canyon leads adventurers to the historic Homestead Meadow area, where the Irvin and Griffith Homesteads still stand as echoes of pioneer life. Along the way, we'll enjoy sweeping views of the western slopes of the Front Range and the distant Rocky Mountain peaks. The journey concludes with an exciting off-trail descent that recaptures the original Lion Gulch Trail through rugged, scenic terrain.

Updates from the Blog

From Trailheads to Toilets: The Crucial Work of CMC Snow Rangers

From Trailheads to Toilets: The Crucial Work of CMC Snow Rangers

CMC Conservation Director Brian Bergeler shares insights about how the CMC Snow Rangers program began, the wide array of tasks they tackle, and why we need their presence in our winter playgrounds.
Looking Back on a Successful Stewardship Season

Looking Back on a Successful Stewardship Season

Hear from CMC Conservation Coordinator Joey Lancia about all the great work CMC’s Stewardship Trail Crew accomplished this summer and what is happening next.
The New CMC Adventure Tech Shirt

The New CMC Adventure Tech Shirt

The Colorado Mountain Club is proud to introduce the CMC Adventure Tech Shirt a.k.a "The Josh" – a stylish, functional button-up that represents everything we love about mountain life.