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Trekking on The Colorado Trail
The Colorado Trail Foundation offers these supported treks on the CT. Participants experience the Trail with guides and the services of the trekking crew. Consider joining us:
- Hike 4–5 days on The Colorado Trail carrying only your light daypack.
- Trekking guides lead the way.
- Your camping gear is transported for you.
- Arrive at camp to appetizers, cold drinks, comfortable camp chairs, and a hot, wholesome meal made from fresh ingredients prepared by your camp crew.
- Refresh yourself in a backcountry shower.
- $975 for these supported hiking treks, popular for 15 years, is the ultimate hiking and camping vacation in the state of Colorado.
- Space is limited to 12 participants per week and spots fill quickly – don't wait to sign up!
CTF supported treks may be the most enjoyable way to experience The Colorado Trail. On these multi-day excursions, participants hike the Trail carrying only their daypacks. Camping gear is shuttled to the next camp by the trek staff. All meals are provided and have been characterized as gourmet for the backcountry. Trekkers find it so enjoyable that they often return to experience more of the Trail.
Each summer, The Colorado Trail Foundation offers several week long supported treks. Participants hike 5 days and are treated to some of the most spectacular scenery in Colorado. Meals and trekking guides are provided and gear shuttle enables each trekker to travel light. Easier than backpacking with all your equipment, the treks are still rigorous with hiking days averaging around 15 miles.
Want to experience multi-day adventure in the Colorado mountains but not excited to carry a heavy backpack? Consider signing up for a CTF Trek. You'll have to train some so that you and your feet will be in good condition. You can bring your own camping gear or make arrangements to rent equipment. Your preparations will be worthwhile and you'll be rewarded with a memorable trip on The Colorado Trail.
*For additional information about 2012 Supported Treks, including fitness requirements, trip dates, and registration information, please visit www.coloradotrailhiking.com.*
South Platte – Section 1
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| Description | Miles | Elevation | |
| Gain | Loss | ||
| Meet for week - Jefferson Community Center | |||
| Trailhead to South Platte Canyon | 16.8 |
2160 |
(250) |
| South Platte Canyon to FS 550 | 11.5 |
2200 |
(200) |
| FS 550 to Wellington Lake Rd. | 12.2 |
1520 |
(620) |
| Kenosha Pass to Rock Creek; short shuttle; Long Gulch to North Fork Trailhead | 15.2 |
1200 |
(900) |
| After breakfast, shuttle back to vehicles | |||
Highest Elevation Point for Week - 10,880 Lowest Elevation Point for Week - 5,520 |
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KOKOMO PASS – Section 2
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| Description | Miles | Elevation | |
| Gain | Loss | ||
| Meet for week - Leadville | |||
| Kenosha Pass to Georgia Pass | 12.5 |
2520 |
(600) |
| Georgia Pass to North Fork of Swan River | 7.4 |
-- 0 -- |
(1540) |
| North Fork of Swan River to Highway 9 | 13.2 |
1100 |
(1520) |
| Highway 9 to Copper Mountain | 12.8 |
3600 |
(2700) |
| Copper Mountain to Camp Hale | 18.0 |
2598 |
(3000) |
| Disperse | |||
Highest Elevation Point for Week - 12,440
Lowest Elevation Point for Week - 9,200 |
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HOLY CROSS – Section 3
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| Description | Miles | Elevation | |
| Gain | Loss | ||
| Meet for week - Leadville | |||
| Camp Hale to Wurtz Ditch | 9.3 |
1100 |
(200) |
| Wurtz Ditch to Lake Fork | 11.1 |
1200 |
(1420) |
| Lake Fork to Half Moon Campground | 13.2 |
2000 |
(2160) |
| Half Moon Campground to Twin Lakes | 13.0 |
1000 |
(1480) |
| Twin Lakes to Clear Creek/ Disperse (arrive at your vehicle between 3 – 4 pm) | 9.0 |
1100 |
(840) |
Highest Elevation Point for Week - 11,480 Lowest Elevation Point for Week - 9,000 |
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CHALK CREEK – Section 4
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| Description | Miles | Elevation | |
| Gain | Loss | ||
| Meet for week - Poncha Springs | |||
| Clear Creek to North Cottonwood Creek | 18.5 |
4520 |
(3840) |
| North Cottonwood Creek to Chafee CR 344 | 9.6 |
2500 |
(3000) |
| Raspberry Gulch to Chalk Creek Van Shuttle Chalk Creek to CR 344 CR 344 to CR 322 |
4.0 --0-- 9.0 |
400 --0-- 900 |
(930) --0-- (800) |
| Raspberry Gulch to Goat Wadi | 15.0 |
2500 |
(680) |
| Goat Wadi to Marshall Pass – Disperse | 16.2 |
3440 |
(1680) |
Highest Elevation Point for Week - 11,870 Lowest Elevation Point for Week - 8,400 |
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COCHETOPA VALLEY – Section 5
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| Description | Miles | Elevation | |
| Gain | Loss | ||
| Meet for week - South Fork | |||
| Marshall Pass to Sargents Mesa | 15.2 |
2040 |
(1226) |
| Sargents Mesa to Lujan Creek | 20.4 |
1000 |
(2367) |
| Lujan Creek to Saguache Park Road | 13.8 |
1220 |
(1035) |
| Saguache Park Road to Eddiesville | 13.7 |
1660 |
(543) |
| Eddiesville to San Luis Pass / Disperse: No camping or meals that night. You will arrive at your vehicles by 6:30 pm. Make lodging reservations in South Fork, Colorado | 15.5 |
2960 |
(1850) |
Highest Elevation Point for Week - 12,600 Lowest Elevation Point for Week - 9,340 |
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CATARACT RIDGE – Section 6
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| Description | Miles | Elevation | |
| Gain | Loss | ||
| Meet for week - Durango | |||
| San Luis Pass Campsite to Spring Creek Pass | 17.6 |
3740 |
(3642) |
| Spring Creek Pass to Carson Saddle | 17.1 |
3680 |
(1560) |
| Rest Day in Carson Saddle | |||
| Carson Saddle to Molas Pass | 15.9 |
4531 |
(4359) |
| Stony Pass to Molas Pass | 19.0 |
4000 |
(3840) |
| Disperse | |||
Highest Elevation Point for Week - 13,240 Lowest Elevation Point for Week - 8,920 |
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INDIAN TRAIL RIDGE – Section 7
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| Description | Miles | Elevation | |
| Gain | Loss | ||
| Meet for week - Durango / optional 2.5 mile hike in the evening | |||
| Molas Pass to Bolam Pass | 20.2 |
3120 |
(2590) |
| Bolam Pass to Hotel Draw | 11.0 |
1480 |
(1700) |
| Hotel Draw to Big Bend Trail | 6.3 |
440 |
(240) |
| Big Bend Trail to Fassbinder Gulch Campsite | 18.0 |
1960 |
(2220) |
| Fassbinder Gulch Campsite to Durango / Disperse: No camping or meals provided this night. Lodging on your own. | 18.0 |
1080 |
(4460) |
Highest Elevation Point for Week - 12,490 Lowest Elevation Point for Week - 6,960 |
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Supported Hiking
Trekking The Colorado Trail is one of the most enjoyable way to experience the Trail and the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Many people who trek with us return for more. Trekkers find it spectacular, challenging, and rewarding. The hiking requires serious energy but you need only carry your daypack and when you arrive at camp, the trekking crew takes good care of you. Most enjoyable!
Interested?
The information here is just a snapshot. For more details, visit www.coloradotrailhiking.com. There you'll find more about fitness levels, training, and what to expect.
To Sign Up
Visit www.coloradotrailhiking.com.
If you have questions, Trekking Managers, Jeanne and Chris Szczech (pr. Zeck) of Colorado Mountain Expeditions will take
care of you. Contact them at
1-888-CME-HIKE or info@coloradotrailhiking.com.
All sections are filled on a first come first serve basis.
Space is limited to 12 hikers per section.
Cost/Refund Policy
The all-inclusive price is $975 per trek. There is a non-refundable deposit of $325. This is required upon registration and to reserve your spot on the trek. The balance of $650 is due 60 (sixty) days prior to the start of your trek. Failure to pay the $650 balance within that 60 (sixty) day window will result in the loss of your reservation. Guests that are unable to attend their reserved section are encouraged to find a replacement, in order to receive their $325 deposit as a refund. Guests often tip the guides, at the week's end, approximately 15% of the trek fee.
Fond Memories
Trekkers report that they cherish their trekking on The Colorado Trail. Most recommend it highly and view these hiking weeks as some of their favorite life experiences. Please join us.
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