Hiking – Ben Tyler Trail

This will be an endurance-based hike.

Ben Tyler is a popular out-and-back hike outside of Bailey, with the trailhead starting immediately off the south side of Hwy 285. This is an incredibly scenic hike in the fall due to the plethora of aspen, but is a great training route at other times of the year.

Hike Details
Length: 11.7 mi
Elevation gain: 3415 ft
Max elevation: 11667 ft
Pace: 2.0-3.0 mph (ideally closer to 2.5 mph - we will adjust as needed)

AllTrails link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/ben-tyler-trail 
Caltopo link: https://caltopo.com/m/F6PT1H1

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING UP

Participants will be expected to be able to travel constantly, without requiring a break, at a minimum of 2.0 mph uphill for an hour at a time.

There will be a brief break about 20 minutes in for a layer adjustment. After that, to maximize the aerobic endurance benefits of the hike, breaks will be at 1 hr intervals only. It is each participant's responsibility to hydrate, fuel, and biobreak within a 5 minute window so the group can continue along the route without needing to stop during the next 1 hr effort.

Requesting permission for this hike indicates that:

1. The participant has read to and agrees to the above hiking format, and has reviewed the route details (length, gain, steepness, etc.)
2. The participant vouches for the fact their aerobic fitness and body condition are sufficient to be able to complete the hike as described above

The trailhead parking lot is relatively small. To minimize our impact on the lot and other users, carpooling is highly encouraged.

Carpool from Aspen Park PnR https://maps.app.goo.gl/pgJpgtbgLtxeAumU9 
Meet a 6:15 am for 6:30 departure (earlier, if all are accounted for)

Otherwise, meet at the trailhead at 7:00 am

Trailhead location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tg9jjiWJC6ieF7fs7 (note the trailhead is a subtle parking lot off on the south side of 285, 6.7 miles/9 minutes west of Bailey)