YMCA of the Rockies
Hiking Program

Come Hike with Us!

Looking for beautiful and educational hikes in or near Rocky Mountain National Park ?  We have the guided hikes you are looking for! During the summer season, our expert Hikemasters lead hikes of varying difficulty to many different locations in the area (from strolling on the “Y” grounds, to hiking to alpine lakes, to climbing peaks). Each week’s hikes are listed in the Program Bulletin [summer months]. 

Hikes for May 2013:
[Depending on conditions and area, snowshoes may be required for the following hikes.
Bring your own or rent from the Y at Sweet Memorial.]

Week of May 24-May 31

All hikes leave from the Sweet Memorial Building where sign-up sheets  are available two days prior to the hike date.  Each hike is limited to a maximum of 14 people (sometimes limited to 9) so sign up early. Ask a Hikemaster or read about requisites - plan ahead for bigger hikes! Bring listed hike necessities and prepare to have fun! If you have more than five in your party, we ask you to talk with a Hikemaster before signing up to determine the best hike to fit everyone in your group.

You may request a hike in advance for your family & friends, or just yourself. Contact Ken Teselle: e-mail KTeselle@ymcarockies.org, cell 610-780-5752.

Join us for the informative Hiker’s Huddle at 7:00pm every Sunday in Hempel Auditorium (summer only). Learn about the week’s upcoming hikes, meet other hiking quests, find out the 10 essential hiking items, and see a slide show.

For those hiking on their own, Sweet Memorial offers maps and recommendations of trails in the surrounding area. Ask about dog-friendly trails.

The fine print - “some restrictions apply”: We want all guests (children, parents, and other guests) to enjoy all we have to offer. It is recommended that children under the age of 12 only sign-up for hikes under 3 miles. The Hikemaster will have discretion for hikes over 4 miles. A parent must accompany children age 14 and under on all program hikes. All hikes must have a minimum of two adults [in addition to the hikemaster(s)] when children are on the hike. For more info see Children under Sign Up and Prepare.