CANCELED Flat Tops Geology Day-Trip

-CANCELED-

Well worth the effort, the Flat Tops are considered a must-see in the area. This will be for adventure seekers who are looking for a full-day activity and happy to sight-see along the scenic drive. It is 47 miles from our meeting spot and is about a 1.5-hour drive out to the trailhead by winding through canyons and out onto Forest Service roads with mountain-surrounded lakes. The hike is moderately strenuous at 6 miles round trip with about 550 ft elevation gain. The starting elevation for the hike is above 10,000 ft. Although wildflowers are not guaranteed- this is the typical peak season for wildflowers in the area coating the stunning cliffs and lining the trails! 

Important details: AGES 18+

-Meeting time: 8:30 AM 

-Full duration of the program including drive times is 7.5 hours from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM; Our hike will be from 10:30- 2:30 4 hours.

-Meeting Location: 925 Weiss Drive, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487- U.S. Forest Service Ranger Station about 4 miles from downtown.

-Itinerary:

8:30 AM Meet at US FS Station 925 Weiss Drive

8:45 AM group leaves for the trailhead

9:25 AM at the break at the gas station in Yampa; bathrooms and reasonable gas prices if needed and the best selection of snacks/beverages in Yampa.

10 - 10:15 AM arrive at the trailhead; give the group 15 minutes to get ready for the hike

   by 10:30 AM hit the trail!

12:30 PM lunch on the trail 

2:30 PM return to the trailhead

3:15 PM stop at the gas station in Yampa.

4 PM latest arrival back to the US Forest Service Office in Steamboat 

General information to help with planning:

• TRANSPORTATION:

  • We do not plan to utilize our shuttle this summer, participants should expect to need transportation.

  • No matter what we will meet at our office (925 Weiss Drive) and caravan out to the location this helps alleviate wayfinding to trailheads.

  • Although we usually encourage carpooling for the environment with the ongoing pandemic carpooling comes with risks and must to agreed to by all persons in a vehicle- masks during transit are strongly advised if carpooling. Carpooling is not a guarantee- due to varying comfort levels or a county regulation that could be in place.

What to wear:

• Dress for the weather and dress in layers- synthetic material or wool recommended

• (Many people like to wear long pants/sleeves to protect themselves from the sun, dirt, and things that might make you itchy (mosquitos, etc.).

• Comfortable hiking shoes; must be closed-toed.

• Good socks will save your feet- wool highly recommended.

• Hat and Sunglasses- 10,000 ft elevation is very strong sunlight!

• Trekking poles if you prefer them.

What to bring in your day pack:

• 2 liters of water minimum 

• Snacks AND a lunch

• Sunscreen

• Your extra layers (long sleeve shirt, fleece)

• Rain Jacket- weather changes quickly, make sure to come for cooler/wet weather.

If you have additional questions or need more information, please email lexi@yampatika.org or call the office at (970) 871-9151

REFUNDS-

If you are registered and feel ill, have been placed under quarantine or have any reason to believe you have been in contact with covid-19:

• Please call before the program starts & leave a voicemail to let us know- do not attend the program, we will issue a full refund.

• If you do not call and do not show up we will not issue a refund.

Non-illness related REFUND POLICY