Women's Backpacking Trip in Rocky Mountain National Park
August 9th - 11th
"Carly and her team at Rocky Mountain Hiking Company created a truly amazing experience for our small group on the Rocky Mountain National Park Backpacking experience. Pre-trip communications were comprehensive and easy to understand and the execution of the trip itself was flawless. I highly recommend RMHC to anyone who has an interest in exploring hiking and backpacking, as this is a truly 5 star business." - J.T, Boulder, CO
Join us on a women's two-night basecamp backpacking trip in Rocky Mountain National Park! The area where we will hike and camp is known for its alpine lakes and wildlife sightings. This trip is for any woman who wants to spend time in the wilderness with others, hike a moderate amount of miles, but also have downtime in the late afternoons and evenings.
Hiking Itinerary
The week before your hiking trip, your RMHC backpacking guide will contact you to double-check you have everything you need to make your adventure as enjoyable as possible.
Day 1 (6 Miles): We'll meet at the East Inlet Trailhead in Rocky Mountain National Park at 8 am and begin our 5-mile hike to the Gray Jay campground. The trail follows the East Inlet Creek almost the entire way to camp. Most of the hiking today will be uphill, but there's no rush to get to camp, so we'll take a snack break along the way at a nice soaking area. Once we arrive at our basecamp (which is technically an island!) we'll set up our tents, get settled, and relax. For dinner, we'll have the option of hiking a half mile up the trail to Lone Pine Lake.
Day 2 (6 Miles): The morning will start with a hot breakfast and coffee or tea. Then we'll begin our hike up to Lake Verna! We'll pass by Lone Pine Lake along the way. All of our gear will be left at camp since this is a basecamp backpacking trip. We'll walk along the shore of Lake Verna to the far end, where there's a beach for us to have lunch. We can also hop over to Spirit Lake which is a short distance from Lake Verna. After lunch, we'll make our way back to our campsite.
Day 3 (6 Miles): We'll chill and chat over tea and coffee in the morning, savor the final moments of not using our phones, and then hike back to the trailhead.
Please note this itinerary and the exact dates are subject to change based on the wilderness camping reservations we receive from Rocky Mountain National Park.
A Note On Altitude
We recommend arriving in Denver and/or Grand Lake, CO a few days before your trip, as this backpacking trip is high altitude and will range from 9,000 to 10,000+ feet.
What's Included
- All food for the trip, including meals and snacks
- Coffee and tea
- Bear canister
- Two Expert Guides, Certified in Wilderness First Aid and CPR
- Detailed list of what to bring
- Rocky Mountain National Park Entry Permit and Wilderness Campsite permit
- 2-way GPS communication
- First aid kit
- Communication between you and your guide(s) from the moment the trip is booked to when you arrive in Colorado. We are available to answer any and all questions leading up to your trip.
Gear can be provided at an additional cost for this backpacking trip.
Cost
$750 per person ($225 due at time of booking to reserve your spot)
Capacity: Up to 7 people
This trip requires 4 people for it to run
Book This Trip
To book this two-night backpacking trip in Rocky Mountain National Park, please email us at the below and a member of our team will be in touch to schedule your trip reservation:
Questions?
carly@rockymountainhikingco.com
Cancellation Policy
Trip cost includes a 15% non-refundable administrative fee. Hikes can be canceled up to 6 weeks before the trip for a refund (minus the 15% fee). Refunds will not be issued if you cancel the trip within 6 weeks or less before the start date. Within 48 hours, a refund will only be offered if Rocky Mountain Hiking Company cancels the basecamp backpacking trip due to severe weather.
We hike rain, or shine, or in wildfire smoke as long as Rocky Mountain National Park is open.
If your guide does an exceptional job, please feel free to show your appreciation with a tip. Industry-standard gratuity for a guided backpacking trip is 15-20% of the trip price.
Our trip itinerary is subject to change based on weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
Rocky Mountain National Park Backpacking Trip: Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to bring my own gear to this backpacking trip?
We can provide camping and hiking gear to you for an additional cost during your Rocky Mountain National Park basecamp backpacking trip. Of course, if you have your own gear and prefer to use that, you definitely can!
How many miles will we hike each day?
The number of miles you'll hike each day on this guided backpacking trip will range from 5.5 miles to 6 miles.
Where do we meet?
We'll meet at the East Inlet trailhead in Rocky Mountain National Park near Grand Lake, CO. This is approximately a 2-hour drive from Denver, CO.
Do I need to bring food for this Rocky Mountain National Park backpacking trip?
We provide all your meals (and snacks) for this Rocky Mountain National Park guided backpacking trip! Examples of food consist of instant oatmeal, dried fruit, nuts, dehydrated meals, and much more. We also provide pour-over coffee and tea for breakfast. Our team is more than happy to accommodate any dietary preferences during your basecamp backpacking trip.
How do I know what to pack for this Rocky Mountain National Park backpacking trip?
We'll provide you with a complete list of what to pack for your basecamp backpacking experience once you book your trip. We're also available to answer any specific questions leading up to your basecamp backpacking trip to ensure you have everything you need to have a comfortable adventure. We do our best to place an emphasis on keeping your pack weight light since in our years of experience, we've learned that carrying 10 to 20 pounds is much more enjoyable than 40 pounds.
What happens if it rains during this backpacking trip or if there is smoke from wildfires?
We hike and backpack rain or shine, or if there is wildfire smoke. If we decide the conditions are not safe, we will cancel the trip and give you the choice of a full refund or a new trip. Our trip itinerary is subject to change based on weather, permitting, and other unforeseen circumstances.
