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BPX 2-Day: Brady Lake from Sopris Lake TH


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BPX 2-Day: Brady Lake from Sopris Lake TH

Short overnight trip with an out and back hike up to Brady Lake near Homestake Reservoir in the Holy Cross Wilderness. Enjoy great scenery, fishing, and explore the surrounding area. Total 2.6 miles and 700 ft elevation gain.

Suggested Backpacking Section (BPX) itinerary for 2-day trip to be used for CMC trips led by BPX leaders for BPX members: 

Day 1:  Drive to Sopris Lake Trailhead. Hike the Sopris Lake Trail (#2132) to Brady Lake. Set up camp near the lake then relax and explore the area. (1.3 miles, +700 ft.)

Route: Day 1

Optional Day Hike: Sopris Lake (0.5 miles, +-60 ft.)

Day 2:  Break camp and hike back to the trailhead. (1.3 miles, -700 ft.)

Route: Day 2

Overall Route: 2.7 miles, +-726 ft.

NOTES:

  1. Always practice Leave No Trace techniques.
  2. More information about the Mount Holy Cross Wilderness is available here.
  3. Driving Directions: From the Colorado Mountain Club (Golden, CO) to the Sopris Lake Trailhead.

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Length: 2.7 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 726 ft
  • 11,007 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Holy Cross Wilderness Area, Holy Cross Ranger District (WRNF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 6
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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