Genesee Park

Trip

Hiking – Genesee Park

Enjoy 10 miles and 2.4'k of gain to Bald Mountain (8k') while following a flowing and frozen creek, wonderful views of Clear Creek Canyon, the snow capped ranges, and Denver while staying mostly out of the wind. Out and back on trail.

  • Sun, Feb 8, 2026
  • Denver
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 10.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,400 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 8,000 ft
  • Maximum Wind: 17.0 kts
  • Pace: 2.0 mph

This is on-trail out and back hike, however the trail is rocky so must have good balance without poles.  I am bringing poles. 

Ask if you have questions, I would love to have you on the hike.

Participants are responsible for their own comfort and safety.

Details with gpx route will be sent via email to participants, hwvr plan on 7am start at the trailhead where we will meet.  Trailhead start: 39.71551, -105.30942

Hike should take 6-7 hrs with stops.

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Required Equipment

As part of the 10 Essentials, participants must track progress on app such as gaiagps. 

The leader carries nothing for participants. 

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