Dixon Trail Hike

 09/14/2024  |  06:30 AM - 03:30 PM
  Cheyenne Mountain State Park  |  Registration Required

Minimum Age Required

Saturday, September 14 Program: Dixon Trail Hike Time: 6:30 am - 3:30 pm (end time approximate) Location: Limekiln Trailhead Details: Join us for a guided hike to the top of Cheyenne Mountain via the Dixon Trail! Volunteer naturalist, Ranger Rick, leads this 17 mile out-and-back hike that will take you through three different ecozones to an elevation of 9,300 feet, logging about 3,500 feet of elevation to get there. This hike is weather and trail conditions permitting and limited to 20 participants. Recommended for ages 14 and up; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Note: The Dixon Trail is rated as a Double Black Diamond hiking trail with a climb rating of Advanced to Extreme due to switch backing and steep climbs among large rock outcroppings, particularly toward the top. Average grade is 11% with a max grade of 41%. A good awareness of your physical fitness level, joint health and acclimation to high altitude is very important to successfully complete this hike. This is a ROUND TRIP hike with no available pickup locations. Camping is NOT permitted. Additionally, dogs are NOT allowed on the hike. Proper hiking footwear, layering and hiking poles are highly recommended. Bring plenty of water and food. This hike will commence at 6:30 AM sharp. All participants must be ready to start hiking at that time as there will be no delay to wait for participants who arrive late. Although this program is free, a valid park pass is required on every vehicle that enters the park. Park passes, if needed, can be purchased at the Iron Ranger located on the right hand side of the road near the entry station.

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