Come explore the Rockies on this intro to backpacking trip. This trip is designed for any level of experience. For those that are new to backpacking, we will learn packing techniques, camping skills and backcountry travel. Only an 1.5 hours from Denver airport, we will spend the first night going through gear, setting up tents and enjoy appetizers and a gourmet backcountry dinner before setting out for our weekend trip. Transportation to and from the Denver airport or downtown Denver is provided. We will backpack a total of 12 miles over three days.
Food from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch is provided. A combination of backpacking meals and home cooked meals are provided
Transportation to and from Denver and or the airport is provided
Camping equipment can be provided for an additional charge
An inclusive gear / packing list will be included
Airfare to and from Denver International airport is not provided
Trip insurance is not included and must be purchased individually
Guide gratuites are not included. If you enjoy your trip an industry standard of 15-20% of trip total is custom.
Any personal snacks, personal items or alcohol must be purchased individually.
Any pre or post trip lodging in Denver area is not provided.
Pickup from Denver airport will take place at noon and downtown Denver at 1pm. From here we will take the 1.5 hour drive into the mountains where we will go through an equipment orientation and organize our packs. We will spend tonight camping at a private campsite and have access to outdoor toilets. After we set up camp and our tents we will be treated to a happy hour before enjoying appetizers and dinner around a campfire.
After breakfast we will start our adventures right from our campsite and head out on the classic Colorado Trail. We will spend a morning on the CT before working our way to the Buffalo Creek Wilderness area.
Distance: 8.5 miles
Elevation gain: 900 feet
After waking up and enjoying coffee after a day of backpacking we head out for our last day. We finish the morning with a four mile hike on the Colorado Trail back to our original starting point. From here we will unpack and head back to Denver/ airport. Folks can book a departing flight from Denver International beginning at 5pm.
Total Distance: 4 miles
Elevation gain: 600 feet
