Upcoming Backpacking Events and Trips
Wed–Fri, Jun 24–26, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Devil’s Thumb Lake from Hessie TH
Backpacking Trip
Enjoy a rugged yet relaxing 3-day backpacking trip to Devil’s Thumb Lake in the stunning
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Thu–Fri, Jun 25–26, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Betty and Bob Lakes from Hessie TH
Backpacking Trip
This two day, one night journey to Betty and Bob Lakes begins at the Hessie
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri, Jun 26, 2026
Single Tall Pole – Mt Galbraith
Hiking Clinic
This clinic will cover the basic techniques for improving your efficiency ascending and descending on
No Prerequisites
Tue–Thu, Jul 7– 9, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Black Mountain Loop from Encampment TH (Mount Zirkel Wilderness)
Backpacking Trip
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri–Sun, Jul 10–12, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Colorado State Forest State Park The Crags or Ranger Lakes Campgrounds
Backpacking Trip
Camp for two nights in the forested, Crags Campground in State Forest State Park. Enjoy
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Wed, Jul 15, 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!
Tue–Fri, Jul 21–24, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Parika and Bowen Lakes via Baker Gulch and Bowen Gulch (RMNP)
Backpacking Trip
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Wed–Fri, Jul 22–24, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Mirror Lake From Corral Creek TH (RMNP)
Backpacking Trip
A 12.4 mile out and back backpack to Mirror Lake from Corral Creek Trailhead in
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri–Sun, Jul 24–26, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Hunky Dory and Harvey Lakes from Half Moon TH to Cross Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. We will follow the itinerary described in the
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sun–Mon, Jul 26–27, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Lake Constantine from Fall Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. The trip itinerary is described in Routes &
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Mon–Wed, Jul 27–29, 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
Thu, Jul 30–Sat, Aug 1, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-DAY: Lake Evelyn from Lake Evelyn TH (Byers Peak Wilderness)
Backpacking Trip
This 3-day trip is an easy backpack to Lake Evelyn, with an optional 2nd day
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri, Jul 31–Sun, Aug 2, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Lost Park from Rolling Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
A challenging 3-Day backpacking trip through varied terrain and scenery in the Lost Creek Wilderness.
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
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
Tue–Thu, Aug 11–13, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Walter’s Hut from Vail Pass TH
Backpacking Trip
Summer Hut Trip to Walters Hut Down. Enjoy mornings and evenings on large deck. This
Prerequisites
Sat–Sun, Aug 15–16, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 9 Tennessee Pass TH to Timberline TH
Backpacking Trip
We will complete Segment 9 of the Colorado Trail from Tennessee Pass to Timberline Lake
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Mon–Wed, Aug 17–19, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Eccles Pass from Meadow Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Mon–Thu, Aug 17–20, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 4-Day: Double Bypass Loop from Long Lake TH
Backpacking Trip
The Pawnee-Buchanan Loop is a classic Colorado backpacking trip through the heart of the Indian
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
Sat–Sun, Aug 29–30, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 10 from Timberland Lake TH
Backpacking Trip
Moderate backpacking trip along Segment 10 of the Colorado Trail. Each day is about 6
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri–Sun, Sep 4– 6, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 6 from the Kenosha Pass West TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members. Come enjoy the longest segment of the Colorado Trail
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
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!
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–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