Boulder Open Space

Trip

Hiking – Boulder Open Space

15 miles, 4,500' South Boulder Peak via Shadow Canyon, Bear Peak, Green Mountain via West Ridge, exit Bear Canyon. This is the core of the ascent for the Skyline Traverse to be scheduled in June. This is a Full day at a consistent pace.

  • Sat, May 18, 2024
  • Boulder
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Diffucult
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 16.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 4,500 ft
  • Pace: 2.5 mph

This is a big day.  I will reach out to each participant prior to discuss readiness.  Our breaks will be primarily on the summits, where the views are, and we will maintain continuous progress in between.  You can call (303.250.6000) /email (pat.kelly@mac.com) with ?s.  I will be offline May 6 - 10th.

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Start hiking 7:00a NCAR back SW corner.  Arrive early enough to be prepared to start hiking at 7a

Route/Place

Boulder Open Space


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Although potential stream water enroute, plan to carry what you need for the day.

Microspikes - good idea

Feet - ideally you already have the miles, but do bring your footcare kit.

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