BPX 2-Day: Burning Bear Campground

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BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Burning Bear Campground

Two night close in camping trip at 9,813 ft with 5-8 mile hikes or you can stay back and relax at camp. Great place for gear check or a first camping trip. There are 13 sites and vault toliets. We will split the cost of the campsites, and payment is due August 19. We will probably share sites, and the cost is $36/night per site before discounts and tax.

  • Wed, Aug 26, 2026 — Fri, Aug 28, 2026
  • Backpacking Section
  • Camping
  • Adults
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 8.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,500 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 11,000 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 mph

Please advise privately of any medical conditions or medications that could impact your safety.  

Please contact me with any questions.

I can be reached at 720-272-9553 or cherylharmel5@yahoo.com

Meet at Twin Forks Park and Ride at 9AM.  

6164 US Hwy 285, Morrison, CO 80465

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BPX 2-Day: Burning Bear Campground


Required Equipment

Required Equipment

In addition to camping and hiking gear, bring rain gear and layers to be ready for cold weather.  

Contact Cheryl Harmel at 720-272-9553 or cherylharmel5@yahoo.com for any questions about equipment.

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