Upcoming Backpacking Events and Trips
Thu, Jul 17, 2025
Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Learn how to navigate with GAIA GPS, Session 2
Getting lost is very uncomfortable at the least, and terrifying at the worst. The good news is that this can be avoided. Learn how to navigate with GAIA GPS and be safe in the backcountry.
Sat–Sun, Jul 19–20, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Upper Cataract Lake from Eaglesmere TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX Members only. Hike to a beautiful lake in a scenic
Difficulty: Difficult
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Tue–Thu, Jul 22–24, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Bluebird Lake from Wild Basin TH (RMNP)
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. We'll camp 2 nights at spectacular Upper Ouzel
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Thu, Jul 24, 2025
Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Unleash the Power of your inReach Mini2
Did you know your inReach Mini2 could do that? Learn how to use your device like a pro and enhance the safety for yourself and your companions.
Tue–Thu, Jul 29–31, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Heart Lake from East Portal TH
Backpacking Trip
A moderate 8-mile out-and-back takes you to Heart Lake in the James Peak Wilderness, in
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites
Thu, Jul 31–Mon, Aug 4, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 5-Day: Washakie Pass, Lizard Head and Cirque of the Towers Loop
Backpacking Trip
Fairly challenging trip in the Wind River Range best suited for experienced backpackers. We will
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri–Sun, Aug 1– 3, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Marvine and Twin Lakes from Marvine TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. We will follow the itinerary described in the
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sun–Mon, Aug 3– 4, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Native Lake from Native Lake TH
Backpacking Trip
A moderate two day, one night backpack to camping by Native Lake. 7.6 miles and
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites
Sat–Sun, Aug 9–10, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Macey Lakes from Horn Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
BPX members only. Enjoy exploring the Macey Lakes Basin of the San Isabel National Forest
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sun–Tue, Aug 10–12, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Lawn Lake from Lawn Lake TH (RMNP)
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. We'll camp 2 nights at a reserved backcountry
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Mon–Sun, Aug 11–17, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 5-Day: Heart Lake and Snake River from Heart Lake TH (Yellowstone National Park)
Backpacking Trip
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Tue–Wed, Aug 12–13, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: James Peak Wilderness from East Portal TH
Backpacking Trip
This easy two-day backpacking trip into the James Peak Wilderness is designed as a close-to-home,
Difficulty: Easy
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Tue–Thu, Aug 12–14, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Zirkel Circle from Slavonia TH
Backpacking Trip
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites
Wed, Aug 20, 2025
New & Prospective Member Night
Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure!
Thu–Sat, Aug 21–23, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Wheeler Geologic Area + Halfmoon Pass from South Fork Saguache TH
Backpacking Trip
A thrilling backpacking journey to Wheeler Geologic Area via the challenging Halfmoon Pass trail, immersing
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri–Mon, Aug 22–25, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 4-Day: Pawnee-Buchanan Loop from Long Lake TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX Members only. The Pawnee-Buchanan Loop is a classic Colorado backpacking
Difficulty: Difficult
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sat–Sun, Aug 23–24, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Lake Ann from South Fork Clear Creek / Huron Peak TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. A moderate out-and-back hike with epic views, this
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites
Mon–Wed, Aug 25–27, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Willow and Salmon Lakes from Mesa Cortina TH
Backpacking Trip
Difficulty: Difficult
Prerequisites
Tue–Thu, Aug 26–28, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Crater Lake from Monarch Lake TH
Backpacking Trip
This challenging 14.4 mile trip is a beloved Colorado classic, ending at the photogenic Mirror
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri–Sun, Sep 5– 7, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 11 South from Mt. Elbert TH
Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. Trip itinerary as described in Route and Place
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Wed–Fri, Sep 10–12, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Eccles Pass from Meadow Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
A fall trip to explore the southern end of the Gore Range, with an option
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Tue–Thu, Sep 16–18, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Abyss and Helms Lakes from Bierstadt TH to Burning Bear TH
Backpacking Trip
This moderate, 17 mile point-to-point shuttle hike begins at Bierstadt, stops at Helms Lake and
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites
Wed, Sep 17, 2025
New & Prospective Member Night
Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure!
Wed–Fri, Oct 1– 3, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Bison and McCurdy Peaks from Lost Park TH
Backpacking Trip
This 3-day backpacking trip begins at the Lost Park Trailhead, with a hike on Day
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sun–Thu, Oct 5– 9, 2025
BPX Trip – BPX 5-Day: Escalante Petrified Forest State Park Campground
Camping Trip
This 5 day/4 night camping trip is for BPX Members only. We will be spoilt
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Wed, Oct 15, 2025
New & Prospective Member Night
Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure!
Wed, Nov 12, 2025
New & Prospective Member Night
Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure!