Trip
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Devil’s Thumb Lake from Hessie TH
Enjoy a rugged yet relaxing 3-day backpacking trip to Devil’s Thumb Lake in the stunning Indian Peaks Wilderness, where alpine scenery and quiet waters provide the perfect escape. During our stay, we’ll have ample opportunity to explore the surrounding terrain and take in sweeping mountain views that define this iconic high-country destination.
Contacts
- Wed, Jun 24, 2026 — Fri, Jun 26, 2026
- Backpacking Section
- Backpacking
- Adults
- Challenging
- Mileage: 6.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,260 ft
- High Point Elevation: 11,149 ft
- Pace: 1.5 - 2.0 MPH
- 4 (4 capacity)
- FULL (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
This 3-day backpacking trip to Devil’s Thumb Lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness offers a balanced combination of moderate effort and high alpine reward, making it well-suited for those seeking both physical engagement and time to recover in a scenic setting. The approach gains elevation steadily through forest and subalpine terrain before transitioning into open alpine environments, where the lake sits beneath prominent granite features and expansive views. During our stay, we can use Day 2 to explore the surrounding area with optional hikes to Storm Lake, segments of the Continental Divide, or toward Devils Thumb itself, allowing for flexible mileage and elevation gain based on group preference and conditions. Overall, the itinerary is structured to provide both a rewarding destination and the opportunity for further exploration without requiring relocation of camp.
Route details are included in the Route/Place.
Additional information will be provided in a pre-trip call with the group participants.
Will be announced closer to the time of the trip.
Required Equipment
You will need to bring the 10 essentials for backpacking, 2 days worth of food, and plenty of water to start with. More information will be provided in the Trip Plan.
$20 annual BPX Membership Dues are required to participate. Please contact the office at 303-279-3080 ext. 3 or office@cmc.org or use this weblink (Backpacking (BPX) Section Membership — The Colorado Mountain Club) to join the pack!