Hiking – The Crags Trail

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Hiking – The Crags Trail

Winter hike on the Crags trail.

  • Sat, Feb 15, 2025
  • Pikes Peak
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Challenging
  • Moderate
  • Elevation Gain: 818 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 9,880 ft
  • Pace: 1.5

We will meet at the Safeway in Old Colorado City at 7:30 a.m.

The Safeway is located here:  https://maps.app.goo.gl/JrxMw6Jd1Yex4zB77

We'll plan to hike 8 , round trip, depending on conditions.  If trail is good for spikes and no trail breaking then it is Easy to moderate...However, if we break trail, then challenging and only 6 miles planned.  It is straight up.

Beautiful views 

This is a winter hike, so think about layers as well as snacks and hydration.  Spikes required. poles optional.  Maybe snow shoe if Thursday/Friday snows 

Route/Place

The Crags Trail


Roster
Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Ten Essentials

Trekking poles

Hydration and snacks

We will probably need micro-spikes and possibly snowshoes

Remember to pay your driver gas money if you ride.  

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