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RMOTHG Trip – Abyss Lake TH - Abyss Lake Trail

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RMOTHG Trip – Abyss Lake TH - Abyss Lake Trail

This is an out-and-back 4.5 mile / 661 ft elevation route that starts at the Abyss Lake Trailhead/Parking Lot. The trailhead sits in Geneva Park where moose sightings are frequent and there is a gorgeous view of several high peaks across the valley to the NW. The trail parallels Scott Gomer Creek going gradually uphill to the 1st bridge. The meadow here has beautiful views of the South ridge of Mount Bierstadt – a perfect lunch spot and turn-around.

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Tim Lane
Tim Lane
Primary Leader
  • Easy to Moderate
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 4.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 661 ft
  • Pace: Casual Plus ( 1.6 mph) / Steady

Meeting Time:   8 am.

Meeting Place for Carpool:

470 & Morrison Rd (CO 8): From the Morrison Rd (CO 8) exit of 470 (5A) go west towards Morrison. Take immediate right on South Rooney Rd. Dirt Parking Lot is directly on your right across from the gas station/convenience store.

Please let me know if you have any medical issues / conditions / devices / medications that could affect your participation on this hike (e.g. blood thinners, asthma/inhalers, allergies, heart conditions).

Personal Info Card: Please remember to bring your Personal Information Form (Yellow Card) to keep in your 1st Aid Kit or in an easily accessible pocket on your backpack. In the event of an emergency this information will be essential.

Weather Report & Trail Conditions: TBD

Spikes Required. Poles are recommended for balance and helping to prevent falls – especially when descending icy sections.

Carpool Driver Donation: Let's remember that we are reimbursing the drivers for the gas expense, wear & tear on their vehicles, and getting chauffered to our hike:) Please split $ among the passengers in your carpool. Also, please bring some sort of Trash Bag to either put muddy/snowy boots in or to place on the floor of the driver's vehicle to help keep their vehicle clean.

Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have. I look forward to fun outing with you all. Tim Lane (303-503-1914) / timlane54@gmail.com

Route/Place

Abyss Lake Trail

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

10 Essentials ( https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html )
Microspikes required. Poles Recommended. If it's below 20 deg (especially with wind chill) a balaclava (to cover face & nose), thermos with hot drink, and some chemical hand/foot/toe warmers are good to have.

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