Upcoming Backpacking Events and Trips

BPX Trip – RMNP - Bear Lake TH
Tue–Thu, Sep 15–17, 2026

BPX Trip – RMNP - Bear Lake TH

Camping Trip
We'll camp for two nights at the Moraine Park Campground in beautiful Rocky Mountain National
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
3 participants
Registration closes Sep 13
Backpacking Section
Sandy Heise
Wed, Sep 16, 2026

Explore Night at REI Denver Flagship!

Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and discover your next great adventure. This event is open to current members, new members, and anyone interested in becoming part of our community!

Explore Night at REI Denver Flagship!
REI Denver Flagship
1416 Platte St, Denver, CO 80202
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Arapahoe Lakes Out & Back from East Portal TH
Thu–Fri, Sep 17–18, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Arapahoe Lakes Out & Back from East Portal TH

Backpacking Trip
Hike to Arapahoe Lake in the James Peak Wilderness just below the Continental Divide with
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
0 participants 0 leaders
Registration closes Sep 16
Backpacking Section
Craig Townsend
BPX 3-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 6 from the Kenosha Pass West TH
Fri–Sun, Sep 18–20, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 6 from the Kenosha Pass West TH

Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members. Feel and see the coming of fall, while enjoying
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
3 participants
Registration closes Sep 14
Backpacking Section
Uwe Sartori
BPX 3-Day: American Lakes from La Poudre Pass TH
Mon–Wed, Sep 21–23, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: American Lakes from La Poudre Pass TH

Backpacking Trip
A 3-day, 2-night out-and-back backpack from La Poudre Pass Trailhead follows the Grand Ditch Trail
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
4 participants on standby
Registration closes Sep 14
Backpacking Section
Wayne Howell
BPX 2-Day: Staunton State Park
Fri–Sat, Sep 25–26, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Staunton State Park

Backpacking Trip
One night backpack into Staunton State Park during full moon. Hike in on September 25,
Prerequisites
0 participants
Registration closes Sep 17
Backpacking Section
Linda Lawson
BPX 3-Day: Parika and Bowen Lakes via Baker Gulch and Bowen Gulch (RMNP)
Tue, Sep 29–Thu, Oct 1, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Parika and Bowen Lakes via Baker Gulch and Bowen Gulch (RMNP)

Backpacking Trip
3-day hike. difficult day 2
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
1 participant
Registration closes Sep 27
Backpacking Section
John Gode
Wed, Oct 21, 2026

Explore Night

Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and discover your next great adventure. This event is open to current members, new members, and anyone interested in becoming part of our community!

Explore Night
CMC Basecamp
15605 W. 32nd Ave. Golden, CO, 80401
Sat, Oct 24, 2026

Backpacking Section (BPX) End of Season Party!

Join your fellow BPX Members for a fun evening of tales from the trails. The event will be in person at CMC Basecamp as well as Zoom. BPX Members only.

Backpacking Section (BPX) End of Season Party!
CMC Basecamp
15605 W 32nd Ave, Golden, CO 80401
Wed, Nov 18, 2026

Explore Night at REI Lakewood!

Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and discover your next great adventure. This event is open to current members, new members, and anyone interested in becoming part of our community!

Explore Night at REI Lakewood!
CMC Basecamp
5375 S Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80123
BPX 2-Day: Burning Bear Campground
Fri–Sun, Dec 4– 6, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Burning Bear Campground

Snowshoeing & Camping Trip
BPX Winter Camping Gear Check, 2 Nights, 3 Days at the Burning Bear CG adjacent
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
4 participants 0 leaders
Registration closes Nov 27
Backpacking Section
Steve Norman