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Level 3: Scramble Field Day – IPW - Arapahoe Traverse

Field trip: Alpine Scrambling Course

Level 3: Scramble Field Day – IPW - Arapahoe Traverse

This is the third of the progressive Scramble Field Days for students currently enrolled in Alpine Scrambling Course Denver. Students must successfully complete Level 1 and Level 2 scrambles before joining a Level 3 field day. Scrambling involves long, strenuous days covering 9-13 miles with high elevation gains (greater than 2,500') Be prepared for an all day adventure and bring your winning attitude.

Contacts

Michael Simon
Michael Simon
Primary Leader
  • Sun, Aug 9, 2026
  • Denver
  • Scrambling
  • Adults
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 8.3 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,500 ft

BETA: Detailed route description: CMC Press: Colorado Scrambles (p.224)

NOTE: HEAVY USE; Parking at Buckingham Campground/4th of July TH fills quickly; BEYOND LEAVE NO TRACE: Consider carrying a bag to pick up trash along your descent out

  • Meet Up Time: Alpine Start: 4:00am (BE EARLY)

  • Meet Up Place: 

    • CMC BASECAMP, 15605 W 32nd Ave, Golden, CO 80401

  • Carpool/Parking Contribution: 

    • $32 Formula: .4xRT mileage (80 miles RT/divided equally among students: BRING CASH/EXACT CHANGE)

    • NOTE: DEN ASC honors our all volunteer leaders by not including them in the carpool/parking fee contribution

PACE: Moderate

Cancellations are problematic and it is not guaranteed that a make up scramble will be available.   

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IPW - Arapahoe Traverse

Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  1. 10 Essentials to include BIVVY/Shelter

  2. Climbing Harness, Helmet, Ice Axe, Micro Spikes

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