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Mount Falcon

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Hiking – Mount Falcon - East TH

This is an LIT (Leader-in-Training) hike for Heather Chatigny

Contacts

Jim Guerra
Jim Guerra
Primary Leader
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2024
  • Denver
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 8.3 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,900 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 7,843 ft
  • Pace: Moderate (1.8 - 2.0 avg moving speed)

This hike will follow established trails.  We will start on Castle Trail and take a short side trail to visit the site of the proposed Summer White House.  We will then stop at the Castle ruins for a break and snack if desired.  We will follow Castle Trail and then take the Turkey Trot Trail on the way back.

This trail offers some beautiful views of the surrounding area.

As this is a summer hike, ensure you bring enough water for the trip.  THere are bathrooms at both ends of the trail.  The hike up Castle Trail does not offer much shade, but Turkey Trot on our way down is more shaded.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/mount-falcon-castle-trail

Meet at the Mt Falcon East Parking lot at 6:45am. We will start the hike at 7am to avoid most of the afternoon heat.  The meeting location is also the trailhead.  Driving directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FxEb94L6LbJd3u7b7

Route/Place

Mount Falcon

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Be sure to bring your 10 essentials.  Hiking poles recommended

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