Let’s Enjoy a Thanksgiving Hike!

Distance: 5.5 miles round trip
Elevation Gain: 580 feet

Let's spend part of Thanksgiving enjoying the mountain air, beautiful scenery, and best of all, good company 😊

I've enabled the guest option (2 max) so family and friends can join us too.

We'll start out on the Lower Big BlueStem Trail, where open space gives us nice views of the Front Range/Flatirons. From there, we'll head north and enjoy a loop through Shanahan Ridge, trading the open views for a bit of tree-covered scenery. After our loop, we'll head back on BlueStem.

AllTrails Link – BlueStem / Shanahan Ridge Lollipop

What to bring: your pack, water, snack, hiking footwear, layers, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
Restrooms: are available at the trailhead
Dogs: welcome on this hike and allowed on leash
Parking: South Boulder Creek West Trailhead – please use the map location pin
Parking Fee: $5 or waived if your vehicle is registered in Boulder County

Disclaimer: Your participation in the event is at your own risk. By signing up for this hike, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your own safety and will do the necessary research to understand the conditions of this hike and the gear you will require. By signing up for this hike, you agree to relieve the event hosts of any liabilities for any harm that may occur to you during the hike as well as any transportation incidents that may occur traveling to and from the hike Meetup event.