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Sat, Jun 20, 2026

Gore Range Group Annual Picnic with Hikes

Come early to hike and stay for the pot-luck picnic! Hikers gather at 8:00-9:30 AM at the Shelter to break into hiking groups. Picnic at 11:30 AM; Bring a side or dessert to share. The Club will provide main course entree choices and beverage selection. Bring - Camp chairs, Potluck share, your camp tableware.

Four Pass Loop
Sun–Mon, Jun 21–22, 2026

Backpack – Four Pass Loop

2-Day, 1 night fastpack of the challenging and beautiful, 26 mile loop trail takes you around the iconic Maroon Bells mountains in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness. The route climbs over four mountain passes each well over 12,000 feet for a total elevation gain of 8,200ft

Rock Climb – Elevenmile Canyon
Sun, Jun 21, 2026

Rock Climb – Elevenmile Canyon

Let's enjoy the summer climbing weather and get outside to climb in ElevenMile Canyon (near Lake George, CO) at Arch Rock. Participants must have the "Intermediate Rock Climbing Badge" or equivalent on their profile (or personally know the trip leader). Trip will go to approx 3pm, or earlier (when everyone is ready or if the weather dictates it). Arch Rock has Sport/Trad/Single&Multipitch climbing available.

Level 1: Scramble Field Day – Golden Gate Canyon State Park - Tremont Ridge to Tremont Mountain
Sun, Jun 21, 2026

Level 1: Scramble Field Day – Golden Gate Canyon State Park - Tremont Ridge to Tremont Mountain

This is the first of the progressive Scramble Field Days for students currently enrolled in Alpine Scrambling Course Denver. Scrambling involves long, strenuous days covering 9-13 miles with high elevation gains (greater than 2,000') Be prepared for an all day adventure and bring your winning attitude.

Pikes Peak via Crags Campground
Sun, Jun 21, 2026

Hiking – Pikes Peak via Crags Campground

This is the shorter route up Pikes peak, the Crags Campground is 14 miles and 4400 vertical feet. Trailblazer hike, fast hikers only. 530am carpool from Dry Creek park and Ride.

Updates from the Blog

Summit 2026: Commemorating 250 Years of America and 150 Years of Colorado Statehood

Summit 2026: Commemorating 250 Years of America and 150 Years of Colorado Statehood

2026 marks a massive double milestone for the state and the country, and Colorado Mountain Club plans to celebrate in the most Colorado way possible.
End of the Trail: In Memory of Our Dedicated Members & their lasting legacy

End of the Trail: In Memory of Our Dedicated Members & their lasting legacy

In memory of our dedicated members, this page serves as a place to share remembrances and obituary notices of those who were part of the Colorado Mountain Club community. Their contributions, friendships, and love of the outdoors remain an important part of our shared history.
VOM: Joanne Young

VOM: Joanne Young

Nominated by the Membership Staff, Joanne has been an invaluable asset to our front office!