Apex Park

Trip

New & Prospective Member Hike – Apex Trailhead - Apex and Enchanted Forest Trail Loop

New and Prospective member orientation hike.

  • Sat, Nov 23, 2024
  • New Member Hikes
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 5.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,025 ft

Meet at 7:45

The Apex TH is accessed by entering the parking area via a small driveway located just south of the Golden Fire Station No. 24. The Fire Station is located at 151 Heritage Rd, Golden, CO 80401, just north of the Heritage Rd x Colfax/40/93 intersection. Head all the way across the lot and park near the restrooms and TH.

New and Prospective member orientation hike. Instruction will include 10 essentials, Leave no trace principles, hiking pace and safety. Subject to roster-size and leader availability, we may split the group and offer a separate, more challenging trip for experienced hikers only: 7 miles, 1450’ gain. 

Orientation hike for new and prospective members. Instruction will include 10 essentials, Leave no trace principles, hiking pace, risk management, and an overview of the CMC.

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participants will earn:

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Roster
Required Equipment

Required Equipment

10 essentials

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