BPX 2-Day: Staunton State Park

Suggested Backpacking Section (BPX) itinerary for 2-day trip to be used for CMC trips led by BPX leaders for BPX members:

Overnight camping/backpack/hike to check out your gear.

We will also have an optional evening or night hike under the full moon along Staunton Ranch Road to Elk Falls overlook.

Optional Day Hike: Elk Falls Overlook, 10.1 miles, +-1,657 ft.

NOTES:

1. Always practice Leave No Trace techniques.
2. More information about Staunton State Park is available here.
3. For information about making camping reservations in Staunton State park please refer to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website: LINK.
4. All campsites at Staunton State Park are hike-in only. There is no RV camping at this time. The campsites are located between 180 to 799 yards from The Meadow parking lot. Fires or charcoal grills are not permitted in the campground. Propane, white gas, etc. stoves are allow in the campground.
5. For general information about camping in Staunton State Park please refer to their website: LINK.
6. Driving Directions: From the Colorado Mountain Club (Golden, CO) to the Staunton State Park.

• Suitable Activities: Backpacking, Camping
• Seasons: April, May, June, July, August, September
• Weather: View weather forecast

• Difficulty: Moderate
• Length: 10.0 mi
• Elevation Gain: 1,657 ft
• High Point: 9,200 ft

• Land Manager: State of Colorado
• Parking Permit Required: State Parks Entrance Fee / Pass
• Recommended Party Size: 6
• Maximum Party Size: 6
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 6