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RMOTHG Trip – Mt. Wilcox
Thu, Aug 28, 2025

RMOTHG Trip – Mt. Wilcox

This 6 mile / 2200 ft gain loop hike to the top of Mount Wilcox takes us by three pristine alpine lakes surrounded by spectacular peaks. We'll be hiking on mostly off-trail Class 2 terrain – which includes tundra trekking, bushwacking through willows, and rocky, talus sections. Magnificent views in all directions. Estimated time to complete: 5 hours.

Mount Falcon
Thu, Aug 28, 2025

Hiking – Mount Falcon - East TH

Join the Trailblazers (21-40s group) for an after work hike at Mount Falcon Open Space East Trailhead. Trailblazers have priority for sign up, other CMC members welcome pending availability.

Boulder Open Space
Thu, Aug 28, 2025

Hiking – Boulder Open Space

Boulder Open Space hike. Mt. Sanitas via the Lion's Lair Trail. This is a gradual hike starting from the first sharp curve on Sunshine Canyon (or about 1.5 miles NW from Centennial Trailhead at the base of Sunshine Canyon). https://alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/lions-lair-trail

Shelf Lake
Thu, Aug 28, 2025

Hiking – Shelf Lake

This is a 7.5 miles / 2000 ft elevation-gain hike to a pristine alpine lake in a georgeous high mountain cirque. Expect plenty of vibrant wildflowers, 6 stream crossings and steep, rocky & muddy trail sections, It has been described as moderately challenging – although many reviewers have also described it as "hard."

Updates from the Blog

Do Something Good for Yourself – Attend a CMC Hiking Safety Seminar

Do Something Good for Yourself – Attend a CMC Hiking Safety Seminar

The Legacy of Rich McAdams

The Legacy of Rich McAdams

Remember our dedicated and passionate member, Rich McAdams.
The Fascinating History of South Table

The Fascinating History of South Table

South Table Mountain has been a defining feature of Golden for generations, its flat summit and striking cliffs shaping both the landscape and the community’s history.