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BPX 3-Day: Abyss and Helms Lakes from Bierstadt TH to Burning Bear TH

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BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Abyss and Helms Lakes from Bierstadt TH to Burning Bear TH

This moderate, 17 mile point-to-point shuttle hike begins at Bierstadt, stops at Helms Lake and Abyss Lake, and ends at the Burning Bear Trailhead. Enjoy views of Mt. Bierstadt, Mt Evans, and some alpine lakes on this fun one-way trip. NOTE: This trip is for BPX members only.

Contacts

Craig Townsend
Craig Townsend
Primary Leader
  • Tue, Sep 16, 2025 — Thu, Sep 18, 2025
  • Backpacking Section
  • Backpacking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 17.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,500 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 12,670 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 - 2.5 MPH

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BPX 3-Day: Abyss and Helms Lakes from Bierstadt TH to Burning Bear TH

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$20 annual BPX Membership Dues are required to participate. Please contact the office at 303-279-3080 ext. 3 or office@cmc.org to join the pack!

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