Upcoming Backpacking Events and Trips
Sat–Wed, Aug 22–26, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 5-Day: Granite Canyon TH to Jenny Lake (Grand Teton National Park)
Backpacking Trip
This trip is a 32 mile 6,390’ gain; 5,950’ loss, 5 day/4 night along the
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Tue–Thu, Aug 25–27, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Rich, Rough, and Tumbling Creeks from Rich Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
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–Sun, Aug 29–30, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Colorado Trail - Collegiate West 02 from the Cottonwood Pass TH
Backpacking Trip
Quick out-and-back backpacking trip on Collegiate West 2 of the Colorado Trail offering an alpine
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
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
Wed–Fri, Sep 9–11, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Fancy, Treasure Vault and Missouri Lakes from Missouri Lake/Fancy Pass TH
Backpacking Trip
This is a stunning loop through the Holy Cross Wilderness with jaw dropping views, bridged
Prerequisites
Wed, Sep 16, 2026
Explore Night at REI Denver Flagship! 6 PM START TIME!!
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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!
