Upcoming Backpacking Events and Trips

Wed, Apr 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!

Explore Night
CMC Basecamp
15605 W. 32nd Ave. Golden, CO, 80401
BPX 3-Day: 40 mile Creek to Willow Gulch (Escalante, Utah)
Wed, Apr 29–Sun, May 3, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: 40 mile Creek to Willow Gulch (Escalante, Utah)

Backpacking Trip
This is a five-day trip to the Escalante region of which the 40 Mile -
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
2 participants
Registration closes Apr 27
Backpacking Section
Richard Schiebel
BPX 6-Day: South Kaibab TH to Clear Creek Trail (Grand Canyon National Park)
Wed–Wed, May 6–13, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 6-Day: South Kaibab TH to Clear Creek Trail (Grand Canyon National Park)

Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. Join us for a special 6 day/5 night
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
3 participants 1 leader
Registration closes May 4
Backpacking Section
Timothy Musil
Thu, May 7, 2026

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Managing Wildfire Risk in the Backcountry (Zoom Event)

Learn best practices for managing wildfire risk, wildfire notification, and wildfire evacuations when recreating in the backcountry. This event is for BPX members.

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Managing Wildfire Risk in the Backcountry (Zoom Event)
Zoom Presentation
Wed, May 20, 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
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Morrison Creek from Little Scraggy TH
Tue–Wed, May 26–27, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Morrison Creek from Little Scraggy TH

Backpacking Trip
A campsite near Morrison Creek in Pike National Forest provides an ideal location for a
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
5 participants
Registration opens Apr 26
Backpacking Section
Wayne Howell
Tue, Jun 2, 2026

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Learn how to reduce your pack weight (Zoom event)

Looking to reduce your pack weight and improve your backpacking experience? Learn how with the ‘Big 4’. This event is for BPX members.

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Learn how to reduce your pack weight (Zoom event)
Zoom Presentation
BPX 4-Day: McCurdy Park from Lost Park TH
Fri–Sun, Jun 5– 7, 2026

BPX Trip – 3-Day: McCurdy Park from Lost Park TH

Backpacking Trip
Classic Lost Creek Wilderness loop hike over 3 full days. 28 miles, over 5000 vertical
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
7 participants 1 leader
Registration opens May 5
Backpacking Section
Robert Dawson
Sat, Jun 6, 2026

Backpacking Section (BPX) - 'Tents and Tastes'

Camp Smarter - Eat Better. Explore the 'Tour of Tents' by BPX Members and enjoy an 'Elevate your Meals Workshop' by Chef Corso. BPX Members & BPX Trip Leaders only.

Backpacking Section (BPX) - 'Tents and Tastes'
CMC Basecamp
15605 W 32nd Street, Golden, CO80401
BPX 2-Day: Diamond Lake from Fourth of July TH
Wed–Thu, Jun 10–11, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Diamond Lake from Fourth of July TH

Backpacking Trip
This is an early season overnight for newer backpacking section members or someone looking to
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
5 participants
Registration opens May 10
Backpacking Section
Mark Wolf
BPX 2-Day: Staunton State Park
Thu–Sat, Jun 11–13, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Staunton State Park

Backpacking Trip
Easy Backpack for new backpackers. Walk in to campsite on June 11 in afternoon. Set
Prerequisites
3 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens May 11
Backpacking Section
Linda Lawson
BPX 2-Day: Eaglesmere Lakes from Eaglesmere TH
Fri–Sat, Jun 12–13, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Eaglesmere Lakes from Eaglesmere TH

Backpacking Trip
A moderate early season trip to get ready for longer adventures. We should have plenty
Prerequisites
5 participants
Registration opens May 15
Backpacking Section
Herman Schumacher
Wed, Jun 17, 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
BPX 3-Day: Rich, Rough, and Tumbling Creeks from Rich Creek TH
Thu–Fri, Jun 18–19, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Rich, Rough, and Tumbling Creeks from Rich Creek TH

Backpacking Trip
This is a great early season backpack trip. We will hike the loop in a
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
6 participants
Registration opens May 19
Backpacking Section
Sharon Dawson
Abyss Lake Trail
Fri–Sat, Jun 19–20, 2026

BPX Trip – Abyss Lake Trail

Backpacking Trip
This 2-day BPX trip is designed to welcome people new to BPX with an easy,
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
5 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens May 20
Backpacking Section
R. A. Burrell
BPX 3-Day: Devil’s Thumb Lake from Hessie TH
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
4 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens May 24
Backpacking Section
Wayne Howell
BPX 2-Day: Betty and Bob Lakes from Hessie TH
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
5 participants
Registration opens May 25
Backpacking Section
Steve Norman
BPX 3-Day: Black Mountain Loop from Encampment TH (Mount Zirkel Wilderness)
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
4 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens May 6
Backpacking Section
John Gode
BPX 3-Day: Colorado State Forest State Park The Crags or Ranger Lakes Campgrounds
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
5 participants
Registration opens Jun 10
Backpacking Section
Louise Campbell-Blair
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!

Explore Night
CMC Basecamp
15605 W. 32nd Ave. Golden, CO, 80401
BPX 3-Day: Parika and Bowen Lakes via Baker Gulch and Bowen Gulch
Tue–Fri, Jul 21–24, 2026

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

Backpacking Trip
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
4 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens Jun 21
Backpacking Section
John Gode
BPX 3-Day: Mirror Lake From Corral Creek TH (RMNP)
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
4 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens Jun 22
Backpacking Section
Craig Townsend
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Lake Constantine from Fall Creek TH
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
4 participants
Registration opens Jun 29
Backpacking Section
Michael Rees
BPX 3-Day: American Lakes from La Poudre Pass TH
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
3 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens Jun 27
Backpacking Section
Wayne Howell
BPX 3-DAY: Lake Evelyn from Lake Evelyn TH (Byers Peak Wilderness)
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
4 participants 1 leader
Registration opens Jun 26
Backpacking Section
Candace Winkle
Chicago Basin 14ers (Sunlight, Eolus, North Eolus and Windom)
Mon–Fri, Aug 10–14, 2026

BPX Trip – Chicago Basin 14ers (Sunlight, Eolus, North Eolus and Windom)

Backpacking Trip
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
0 participants 3 leaders
Registration opens Jun 30
Backpacking Section
Danielle Piscatelli
BPX 3-Day: Eccles Pass from Meadow Creek TH
Mon–Wed, Aug 17–19, 2026

BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Eccles Pass from Meadow Creek TH

Backpacking Trip
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
4 participants 1 leader
Registration opens Jul 15
Backpacking Section
James Borgel
BPX Trip – BPX 4-Day: Double Bypass Loop from Long Lake TH
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
4 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens Jul 17
Backpacking Section
Craig Townsend
BPX 3-Day: Rich, Rough, and Tumbling Creeks from Rich Creek TH
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
4 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens Jul 19
Backpacking Section
John Gode
BPX 3-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 6 from the Kenosha Pass West TH
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
5 participants
Registration opens Aug 4
Backpacking Section
Steve Frank