Trip
RMOTHG Trip – 4th of July TH to Lake Dorothy
This hike is moderate, with a distance of about 7 mi, and an elevation gain of just under 2,000 ft. Lake Dorothy sits in a rugged bowl below Mt. Neva, at an elevation of over 12,000 ft. The Arapaho Pass Trail, which goes to the lake, has amazing views and some of the best wildflowers in Boulder County.
Contacts
- Tue, Jun 23, 2026
- Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
- Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Mileage: 7.1 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,945 ft
- High Point Elevation: 12,061 ft
- Pace: 1.5 to 2.0 mph
- FULL (6 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
There is one stream crossing, which has mostly flat rocks, which can be wet, so poles are recommended. If the weather is good, there will be substantial hang-out time at the lake.
If there are any last-minute issues, my cell number is 720-771-6936.
Denver area people will meet at 304 10th St. in Golden at 6:45 AM. .https://maps.app.goo.gl/wJUH5Ne6evEom1bs6?g_st=ig
Boulder area people will meet at North Boulder Park (800 Dellwood Ave.), at 7:15 AM. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ev1QFeWeuZkAvgYA8
Both groups will join at the Nederland Park and Ride (268 W. 2nd St.) at around 8 AM. https://maps.app.goo.gl/X4nrYvtgUJ4s7Qrg9
Required Equipment
$15 annual RMOTHG Membership Dues are required to participate. Please contact the office at 303-279-3080 ext. 3 or office@cmc.org to join!