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Oh-Be-Joyful Trail
Sun, Aug 23, 2026

Hiking – Oh-Be-Joyful Trail

Out & back north of Crested Butte dog friendly

IPW - Brainard Lake Rec Area - Summer
Sun, Aug 23, 2026

Ascending Hikes - Endurance – IPW - Brainard Lake Rec Area - Summer

Ascending Hikes Series is designed to help new, inexperienced or infrequent hikers to progressively improve their skill, fitness and comfort in the outdoors. This trip's focus is hiking at altitude. We will do the Sourdough Trail to South St. Vrain Trail Loop. NOTE: Boulder's AHS is designed as a progressive learning experience, with each hike emphasizing a different aspect of hiking performance—from steeper ascents and altitude to distance and pace. Enroll in all five hikes to experience the full curriculum and build your skills step by step with Colorado Mountain Club leaders and fellow participants.

Sport Lead Climbing Field Day 2
Sun, Aug 23, 2026

Sport Lead Climbing Field Day 2 – Shelf Road

We will continue to practice leading on sport routes and learn some more advanced sport climbing techniques.

IPW - Brainard Lake Rec Area - Mitchell Lake Trailhead
Sun, Aug 23, 2026

Hiking – IPW - Brainard Lake Rec Area - Mitchell Lake TH - Blue Lake

In response to requests for a relaxed-pace hike, here is a nice hike to Blue Lake in Indian Peaks Wilderness.

North Pole Basin
Mon, Aug 24, 2026

Hiking – North Pole Basin

Infrequently visited pristine basin NE of Schoefield Pass, north of Crested Butte. Mountain Goats have been seen in the upper basin which is on the east side of Treasury Mountain.

Updates from the Blog

What to Expect at Freehub PRESENTS Film Festival

What to Expect at Freehub PRESENTS Film Festival

Freehub PRESENTS Film Festival is back on August 14, 2026! Here's what you need to know.
End of the Trail: In Memory of Our Dedicated Members & their lasting legacy

End of the Trail: In Memory of Our Dedicated Members & their lasting legacy

In memory of our dedicated members, this page serves as a place to share remembrances and obituary notices of those who were part of the Colorado Mountain Club community. Their contributions, friendships, and love of the outdoors remain an important part of our shared history.
CMC Seasonal Stewardship Trail Crew Update

CMC Seasonal Stewardship Trail Crew Update

CMC's Stewardship Trail Crews have completed more than seven weeks of work in the field, roughly half of their summer season!