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.
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.
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