Aurora Announces Spring Hiking Schedule

For those who enjoy spending time in the Colorado back country, the Spring hiking season is here.  Beginning Tuesday, April 2nd, the nine week schedule offers exceptional scenery, and weekly opportunities to meet other people who enjoy the sport.

Hikers on trail in Three Sisters/Alderfer Park, in 2012.

Aurora city residents received the Aurora Recreation Guide earlier this year.  In it, the publication describes the trail/trailhead for each outing, plus mileage and elevation gain.  Spring hikes are somewhat shorter and have less elevation gain (el.g.) than hikes later in the year.

Spring hikes will average 850' el.g. and 6.5 mi.  Hikers can expect a 2.5 to 3.0 mph pace, although terrain and the number of new hikers can combine to determine the pace of the group.

The exciting hiking season kicks off with a trek around Lake Ladora.  Located in the Rocky Mountain Arsenal, in North Aurora, this hike will take hikers thru the National Wildlife Refuge.  Elevation gain on this hike is minimal (100') over the 5.3 mile span.

If you are looking for an activity that is good for both your physical and mental health, consider registering for one of these great hikes in the Denver Metro area.

All hikes in Spring leave from the Aurora Center for Active Adults at 6th Avenue and DelMar, at 7:30 a.m.  The van will shuttle hikers directly to the trailhead and return them to the Center.  During  April and May, hikers will experience the beauty of nature in Eldorado Springs, Morrison, Boulder, Lyons, Golden, Roxborough State Park and RMNP.

Spend your Tuesday's with us, you won't regret it.  Register today by calling (303) 739-7950, or view online at auroragov.org/recreation, click on adults 50+.