Upcoming Backpacking Events and Trips
Wed, Jul 17, 2024
New & Prospective Member Night
Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure! Parking is on North Side of Bldg. PLEASE NOTE! As an attendee, PARKING IS FREE.
Thu–Fri, Jul 18–19, 2024
BPX Trip – 2-Day: Native Lake from Native Lake TH
Backpacking Trip
One night backpack to Native Lake outside of Leadville in Mount Massive Wilderness.
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites
Thu–Fri, Jul 18–19, 2024
Backpack – Colorado Trail: Segment 1
Backpacking Trip
Check out this 15.8-mile point-to-point trail near Littleton, Colorado. Generally considered a challenging route, it
Difficulty: Challenging
No Prerequisites
Mon–Wed, Jul 22–24, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 11 south from Mt. Elbert TH
Backpacking & Hiking Trip
A 4.2 mile backpack up the Colorado trail on day one to a dispersed camping
Difficulty: Easy
Prerequisites
Wed–Fri, Jul 24–26, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day Never Summer in RMNP from Colorado River TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members. Explore the remote northwestern section of Rocky Mountain National
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites
Sat–Sun, Jul 27–28, 2024
Backpack – BPX 2-Day: Eaglesmere Lakes from Eaglesmere TH
Backpacking Trip
Backpacking to Eaglesmere Lakes in the Eagles Nest Wilderness is a journey of exploration and
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Mon–Wed, Jul 29–31, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day: Elliott Ridge and Gore Range Trail from Elliott Ridge TH
Backpacking Trip
This will be a two night backpack through the heart of the Gore Range. Much
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites
Mon–Wed, Aug 5– 7, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day: McCurdy Park from Lost Park TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members. We'll be doing the loop in 3 days instead
Difficulty: Difficult
Prerequisites
Fri–Sun, Aug 9–11, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 6 from the Kenosha Pass West TH
Backpacking Trip
The Colorado Trail - Segment 6 is a beautiful 31.5 mile hike with an elevation
Difficulty: Difficult
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri–Sun, Aug 9–11, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day: Abyss Lake Trail from Burning Bear TH
Backpacking Trip
‘This trip is for BPX members only. Route will be extended to include a lollipop
Difficulty: Difficult
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sat–Sun, Aug 10–11, 2024
Backpack – 2-Day: Macey Lakes from Horn Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
Hikers on this BPX trip will find great camping, waterfalls, and a collection of lakes
Difficulty: Difficult
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Tue–Wed, Aug 13–14, 2024
Backpack – 2-Day: Lake Constantine from Halfmoon TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. The trip is per the itinerary described in
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
Fri–Sun, Aug 16–18, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day: Deep Lake and Heart Lake from Sheep Lake TH returning over Medicine Bow Peak
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX Members only. We'll spend three days in enjoying the spectacular
Difficulty: Difficult
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Wed, Aug 21, 2024
New & Prospective Member Night
Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure! Parking is on North Side of Bldg. PLEASE NOTE! As an attendee, PARKING IS FREE.
Fri–Mon, Aug 23–26, 2024
BPX Trip – 4-Day: Sugarite Canyon State Park Campground
Camping Trip
Sugarite Canyon State Park is a state park of New Mexico. It features a historic
Difficulty: Difficult
Prerequisites
Fri, Aug 30–Mon, Sep 2, 2024
BPX Trip – 4-Day: Parvin, Island, and Wall Lake from Trappers Outlet TH
Backpacking Trip
Enjoy your Labor Day weekend with a moderately challenging 4 day backpacking trip in the
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites
Fri, Aug 30–Sun, Sep 1, 2024
Backpack – 3-Day: Zirkel Circle from Slavonia TH
Backpacking Trip
FAMILY Trip - For Parents with Kids (ages 10+). Hike 10 miles around the stunning
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri–Sun, Sep 6– 8, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day: Wheeler Geologic Area + Halfmoon Pass from South Fork Saguache TH
Backpacking Trip
Backpacking in La Garita Wilderness offers unparalleled opportunities for solitude and immersion in pristine alpine
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Mon–Wed, Sep 9–11, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day: Crystal River Bogan Flats Campground
Camping Trip
Camp two nights at Bogan Flats Campground, south of Carbondale, Colorado. From camp, explore this
Difficulty: varies
Prerequisites
Tue–Wed, Sep 10–11, 2024
BPX Trip – 2-Day: Abyss Lake Trail from Abyss Lake TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. Good first backpack or easy backpack because camping
Difficulty: Easy
Prerequisites
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
New & Prospective Member Night
Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure!
Sat–Sun, Sep 21–22, 2024
BPX Trip – 2-Day: American Lakes from American Lakes TH
Backpacking Trip
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sun–Tue, Sep 22–24, 2024
BPX Trip – 3-Day: Bluebird Lake from Wild Basin TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. Challenging backpack in Rocky Mountain NP starting from
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Wed, Oct 16, 2024
New & Prospective Member Night
Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure!
Tue, Nov 12, 2024
New & Prospective Member Night
Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure!