Trip
Rise and Grind – NCAR TH to Mallory Cave
3.1 miles with 1125' elevation gain.
Contacts
- Wed, May 13, 2026
- Boulder
- Hiking
- Boulder Climb
- Adults
- Challenging
- Mileage: 3.1 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,125 ft
- High Point Elevation: 7,000 ft
- Pace: 1000 ft/hr uphill
- 10 (10 capacity)
- 1 (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Welcome to Rise & Grind – Guest Leader Edition, the CMC Boulder Group’s morning hiking and coffee series. Our objective is to start our day off right with some exercise, good company and a little mindfulness. In addition to the hike itself, we’ll pause at the cave for a moment of silent reflection and set our intentions for the day. Afterward there will be an optional stop for coffee, symbolizing a fresh start and the energy needed to conquer the day. While Christopher is offline, the Guest Leader Edition will feature various guest trip leaders.
On this morning's Rise & Grind we will hike to Mallory Cave from the NCAR Trailhead. The hike is expected to be 3.1 miles long and ascend 1125 feet. The trip should take approximately two hours, but allow for up to three.
Please note, this is a before-work hike for some participants, so it’s important that we maintain our pace and finish promptly so folks can get to work on time. Please know your own abilities and be considerate of the rest of the group when you sign up.
Meet at NCAR Parking Lot at 6:30 am for a prompt 6:35 am start. Directions and a weather forecast will be provided in an email a few days before the hike.
Required Equipment
Ten Essentials