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BPX Trip – BPX 4-Day: Double Bypass Loop from Long Lake TH

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BPX Trip – BPX 4-Day: Double Bypass Loop from Long Lake TH

The Pawnee-Buchanan Loop is a classic Colorado backpacking trip through the heart of the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area. It is a difficult 34 mile loop that includes two mountain passes, wildflowers, waterfalls, alpine lakes, wildlife, and incredible mountain views. This route passes through many popular areas in the Indian Peaks Wilderness, including Crater Lake, Lake Isabelle, Red Deer Lake, and Gourd Lake, so make sure you have the correct permits and camp only at designated sites around Crater Lake. NOTE: This trip is for BPX members only.

Contacts

Craig Townsend
Craig Townsend
Primary Leader
  • Mon, Aug 17, 2026 — Thu, Aug 20, 2026
  • Backpacking Section
  • Backpacking
  • Adults
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 34.4 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 9,098 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 12,547 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 MPH - 2.5 MPH
NOTE: If you are interested in joining this trip ... Please email the trip leader your answer's to the following questions:
  • How long have you been in the CMC?
  • Have you attended WTS, BKPS or other CMC schools?
  • Have you had medical or WFA training? If so, would you be willing to serve as team medic, if needed?
  • Are you a CMC trip leader?
  • How many backpacking trips did you take in in the last two years?
  • How many backpacking trips are you planning taking this summer?
  • Have you ever set up or broken camp in the rain?
  • Have you taken a backpacking trip of this difficulty before? ... If yes, please share details
  • How heavy do you expect your backpack will be for this trip with food and water?
  • Are you willing to stay with the group, regardless of pace or delays?
  • Are you familiar with the seven principles of LNT?
  • If you have an illness or condition that could affect you on this trip, would you please tell me—for both your safety and that of the group?

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Route/Place

BPX 4-Day: Pawnee-Buchanan Loop from Long Lake TH


  • Trails Illustrated 102
    Outdoor Trail Maps Colorado Indian Peaks/James Peak Wilderness Map
  • See full route/place details.
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

$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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