Leader in Training (LIT) Hike – Palisade Mountain - Roosevelt National Forest

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Leader in Training (LIT) Hike – Palisade Mountain - Roosevelt National Forest

Palisade Mountain - Roosevelt National Forest

  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 2.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 850 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 8,300 ft
  • Pace: 1.3 - 1.6 MPH

This is the LIT hike for Darrin Sharp. This is an out-n-back hike along a short but challenging route to the summit of Palisade Mountain with a spectacular overlook of the Big Thompson Canyon.

This out-n-back hike to the summit of Palisade Mountain will start along the Powerline road followed by an section on trail with a steeper ascent. We'll be afforded some great views at the top.

See more details at https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/palisade-mountain

Carpool Location and Time: The group will meet at the Safeway at 2321 W Eisenhower, Loveland at 7:30 AM for a 7:45AM departure (Safeway - Google Maps)

We'll Carpool to Palisade Mountain Trailhead (40°26'21.8"N 105°19'36.1"W - Google Maps)

Badges

leaders will earn:

Route/Place
Roster
Required Equipment

Required Equipment

10 essentials and microspikes are required.

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