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Hike - Mayflower Gulch - Blue- 4Miles RT - 1,100 Ft Gain (Starts at 11,000FT)

Hike - Mayflower Gulch 
RT Mileage: 
4 Miles
Elevation gain: 765 ft  (Starts at 11,000FT)
Hike Level:  Blue
Pace: 1.3 miles per hour
Date: July 28
Meeting Time: 9:15 at the trailhead
Hike Start Time: 9:30 am
Appx End Time: 12:30 pm - Should be back in Vail by 1:30 unless you stop for lunch in Leadville

Rendezvous:  

We are going to meet directly at the trailhead, if you choose to carpool, please contact other registrants prior to the hike to set up carpooling.


Driving directions: 
East on I-70 to the Copper Mountain exit, and then head 6 miles west on Highway 91 to the parking lot on the left. If you choose to drive independently, please be at the Mayflower parking lot trailhead by 9:15 and please let us know your plans.



Hike Description: 

Nestled in the magnificent amphitheater below the ragged crest of Fletcher Mountain (13,951 feet), the ruins of the failed Boston Mining Company gold digs remain among a meadow of wetland wildflowers. Located on the west side of the Ten Mile Range, convenient access to the Mayflower Gulch Trail makes this a busy trail for summer hiking as well as winter backcountry recreation. The hike involves a gradual ascent of 2 miles from 10,990 feet to 12,000 feet on an old mining road.We'll hike to the "ghost camp" and wander around the old ruin's and have a snack. For those who want to return by way of Leadville, we can stop for a bite to eat at City on a Hill coffee shop.


Special Instructions:

This hike starts at almost 11,000 ft so please be sure you are acclimated to the altitude.  



Please be on time to the meeting place.
Please let the leader know ASAP if your plans to attend have changed


Come prepared with proper hiking gear, food and water, poles if you use them.

Click below to read "Hiking Rules & Etiquette.

Hiker Responsibilities, Rules & Etiquette
When:
Wednesday, July 28, 2021, 8:30 AM until 1:00 PM
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Lewis Ribner
 
Michelle Ribner
Category:
Sports
Registration is closed - Event is full
Payment In Full In Advance Only
Cancellation Policy:
Notify the Leader ASAP if you must cancel.
Capacity:
13
Available Slots:
Filled
No Fee