Trip
Hiking – Section 16 Trailhead - Palmer Loop
Palmer Trail (Section 16) Hike a loop in Bear Creek Cañon park, starting and finishing at Section 16 TH, on Gold Camp Rd. This is NOT Black Forest Section 16. The trail recently re-opened after maintenance due to a landslide in May 2022. This is a Leader in Training Hike for Anna Gallogly.
Contacts
- Fri, Jul 21, 2023
- Pikes Peak
- Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Mileage: 5.95 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,371 ft
- High Point Elevation: 7,860 ft
- Pace: 2 - 3
- 3 (7 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
This is a moderate hike, partly in the shade. All the elevation gains are in the first 2 miles, with a pretty significant hill climb before reaching the high point. We will go uphill at a slow pace, whereas the downhill should be easy to cruise at a moderate+ pace. There is some loose gravel, but not particularly technical. Expect breaks as needed, especially going uphill; there are some nice spots to stop and take in the views.
Plan on a 3 - 3 1/2 hour hike.
Contact: Anna Gallogly (Leader in Training) anna.gallogly@gmail.com
Meet at Section 16 trailhead on Gold Camp Rd at 7:30 am. We will depart 7:45 after a trailhead brief.
There is parking immediately at the trail head, just south thereof, and additionally along the southern end of Bear Creek Rd.
Required Equipment
10 essentials, including rain jacket and water.