Western Slope Group Calendar
Check here for all upcoming events for the Western Slope Group
Tue–Sat, Aug 11–15, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 4-Day: Chicago Basin from Needleton Flagstop
Backpacking Trip
This four-day expedition into the remote Chicago Basin provides an opportunity to experience one of
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Thu, Aug 13, 2026
Hiking – Red Mountain Pass - Red Mountain 3
Hiking Trip
The hike to the top of Red Mountain 3 is on a jeep road and
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 15, 2026
Hiking – Red Mountain Pass - Spirit Gulch Trail
Hiking Trip
Hike up an old mining road with views of the Red Mountains
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 15, 2026
Hiking – West Mancos River Loop
Hiking Trip
The West Mancos River Loop is a short hike on sections of four trails. It
No Prerequisites
Sun, Aug 16, 2026
Scramble – Grand Mesa - Leon Peak
Scrambling Trip
Hike and scramble to the summit of Leon Peak (11,236'), the Mesa County. Colorado, High
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Mon, Aug 17, 2026
Single Tall Pole Hiking – Mt Galbraith
Hiking Clinic
This clinic will cover the basic techniques for improving your efficiency ascending and descending on
No Prerequisites
Tue–Fri, Aug 18–21, 2026
Camp – Silver Jack Campground
Camping & Hiking Trip
This is a three night camping trip in a beautiful alpine setting 26 miles northeast
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sat, Aug 22, 2026
Hiking – Washington Gulch
Hiking Trip
#403. High trail north of Crested Butte
No Prerequisites
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Hiking – Oh-Be-Joyful Trail
Hiking Trip
Out & back north of Crested Butte dog friendly
No Prerequisites
Mon, Aug 24, 2026
Hiking – North Pole Basin
Hiking Trip
Infrequently visited pristine basin NE of Schoefield Pass, north of Crested Butte. Mountain Goats have
No Prerequisites
Fri, Aug 28, 2026
Single Tall Pole Hiking – Mt Galbraith
Hiking Clinic
This clinic will cover the basic techniques for improving your efficiency ascending and descending on
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 29, 2026
Hiking – Centennial Peak
Hiking Trip
Fun hike to the summit of Centennial Peak or the "Banded Mountain." The mountain was
No Prerequisites
Sun, Aug 30, 2026
Scramble – Mount Moss and Lavender Peak
Scrambling Trip
A scramble up Lavender Peak and Mount Moss, from the Sharkstooth TH.
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sun, Aug 30, 2026
End of summer picnic at Ridgway Reservoir State Park
Join us at the Dallas Creek area at noon for lunch. Optional 10am put-in for a non-CMC kayak or SUP (bring your own)
Mon, Aug 31, 2026
Single Tall Pole Hiking – Mt Galbraith
Hiking Clinic
This clinic will cover the basic techniques for improving your efficiency ascending and descending on
No Prerequisites
Tue, Sep 1, 2026
Exploring Nature – CMC Book Club Meetup
Exploring Nature Trip
CMC Statewide Book Club - we will be discussing "The Way Out" by Devon O'Neil
No Prerequisites
Fri–Mon, Sep 4– 7, 2026
Camp – Vega State Park
Exploring Nature & Camping Trip
Vega State Park is a great place to camp, slow down, and beat the summer
No Prerequisites
Sat, Sep 19, 2026
Ascending Hikes – Mt Blue Sky - Summit Lake
Hiking Trip
We're going to try and squeeze in one more Mt Blue Sky Wilderness hike in
No Prerequisites
Fri, Sep 25, 2026
Hiking – Storm King Memorial Mountain Trail
Hiking Trip
This is a strenuous hike to memorials for fallen firefighters. We will pace accordingly. It
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri, Sep 25, 2026 - Sun, Sep 27, 2026
WSG: Fall Colors trip
Enjoy the fall colors in the Carbondale area.
Sat, Sep 26, 2026
Hiking – Avalanche Creek
Hiking Trip
A beautiful fall hike along Avalanche Creek, passing Hell Roaring creek and stopping at Duley
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sat, Sep 26, 2026
Hiking – American Lake Trail
Hiking Trip
Part of Fall Color Weekend. Preference will be given to attendees of the full weekend.
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sun, Sep 27, 2026
Hiking – Thomas Lakes - Mt. Sopris Trail
Hiking Trip
Hike to the top of Mt. Sopris.
No Prerequisites
Sun, Sep 27, 2026
Hiking – Cathedral Lake
Hiking Trip
Part of WSG's Fall Color Weekend
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sun, Sep 27, 2026
Hiking – Thomas Lakes
Hiking Trip
Part of weekend Fall Colors trip.
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Mon, Sep 28, 2026
Hiking – Capitol Ditch Trail
Hiking Trip
Beautiful views of Capitol Peak. Part of WSG's Fall Color Weekend.
No Prerequisites
Thu, Oct 1, 2026
Bobcats trip – Meadow Creek Trailhead
Hiking Trip
This hike will follow the Meadow Creek Trail through a scenic mix of lodgepole pine
No Prerequisites
Sat, Oct 3, 2026
Hiking – Red Mountain Pass
Hiking Trip
Fall colors hike at the Ironton Ghost town and mine area. New members/guests welcome.
No Prerequisites
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 - Sun, Oct 25, 2026
Wilderness First Responder
LOCATION: COLORADO MOUNTAIN CLUB & BETASSO PRESERVE
No Prerequisites
Thu, Oct 22, 2026 - Sun, Oct 25, 2026
WSG: Fall Canyons trip (Moab)
Our semi-annual multi-day outing to the Utah canyon country. Hiking Friday and Saturday, and possibly other activities depending on your interests.