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BPX 3-Day: Wheeler Geologic Area + Halfmoon Pass from South Fork Saguache TH

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BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Wheeler Geologic Area + Halfmoon Pass from South Fork Saguache TH

A thrilling backpacking journey to Wheeler Geologic Area via the challenging Halfmoon Pass trail, immersing yourself in the rugged beauty of the La Garita Wilderness. Ascend through pine-clad slopes, conquering the pass to witness the surreal landscape of Wheeler Geologic Area. This is a 19.5 mile, 4,700 cumulative vertical feet, challenging trip.

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Sharon Dawson
Primary Leader
  • Thu, Aug 21, 2025 — Sat, Aug 23, 2025
  • Backpacking Section
  • Backpacking
  • Adults
  • Challenging
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 19.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 4,700 ft
  • Pace: 1.8 mph

Please keep your backpack as light as possible. If you need help with lightweight gear choices, please let me know and I can help you.  

Meeting details tbd but expect an early departure from Denver.

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BPX 3-Day: Wheeler Geologic Area + Halfmoon Pass from South Fork Saguache TH

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$20 annual BPX Membership Dues are required to participate. Please contact the office at 303-279-3080 ext. 3 or office@cmc.org to join the pack!

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