Waterton Canyon Trail is a wide and flat service road through a rich corridor of wildlife just outside Denver and serves as the gateway for the Colorado Trail. You may encounter numerous bighorn sheep, mule deer, smaller mammals, over 40 species of birds, and more. The trail passes by six picnic areas before its turnaround […]
Finally it’s paddle boarding and kayaking season! We will meet at Chatfield Reservoir and spend the day out on the water. Pack plenty of water and snacks! If you need a paddle board, they are available to rent here. We will be parking next to Colorado Watersports.
Nestled just east of Parker and Hilltop road, this local gem is great for seeing the local wildlife while hiking this single-track trial. Loop length is customizable, so like always, we will walk however far feels good for the group. The full trail is 3 miles. We will park at the Tallman Meadow Park and […]
Hidden Mesa starts off with a paved walk along Cherry Creek Trail. Then in turns to dirt trail up a steep climb to the mesa. Follow the loop around the mesa top and then head back down. The full trail is just shy of 7 miles, but we will customize it to your needs when […]
Take a stroll a one of Parker's own little gems! We can take the trail up to connect to Salisbury Park (playground for kiddos), or stay along Cherry Creek Trail. We will put it to a vote once we get there! There is a bathroom near the parking lot. Fun fact: This is a fantastic […]
Join us for a walk on a loop trail with rolling hills and views of the entire front range! The entire walk is just shy of 3 miles at a nice, comfortable walking pace. The path is wide and free of rocks. We do start with a steep incline, and it is soft hills. Bring […]
We have both a 2.6 mile and 6 mile options for our hikers and trial runners. State Parks pass required for entry, we will organize carpool via our fb page. This hikes is one you have to try at least once!
Soak up some sun this summer at the Reservoir! Both kayaks and paddle boards welcome. We do require you to have a life jacket on for this event. Fun fact about the Aurora Reservoir: It is home to the Pronghorn - the second fastest animal on the planet. Their closest animal relative is the giraffe. […]
Why run alone when you can run with friends! Join our 10 week training program and build stamina and muscle while exploring the vast trail running systems close to home. Training is for the beginner to experienced runner. Our two coaches are at the front and back of the group, so you will never get […]
This hike is centered on exploring the wetlands and birds of Cherry Creek State Park. Bring your bug spray, a hat, water, and sunscreen! A State Park Pass is required, so for those who do not have a pass we will carpool at Sportsman's Warehouse in Parker with a departure time of 7:40am
It's mountain hiking time! Stretch your glutes and hammies out in preparation for some elevation gains on this hike. We are taking an out and back trail up into the mountains - which means uphill first, then downhill on the way back. Pine Valley Ranch is about an hour away from Parker so we will […]
This 2,038-acre ranch borders the Pike National Forest and features an extraordinarily diverse landscape including red rock formations and sloping meadows; vast wildlife habitat and corridors, expansive and diverse vegetation and other natural resources; as well as cultural and historic assets, including a historic ranch operation and a number of historic buildings dating back to its original owners […]
Liz is a Colorado native who has always felt most at home outdoors. As an adult, she began sharing her favorite adventures with friends, hoping they would discover the same joy, confidence, and renewal she finds in nature. As WAC’s Event Director, she channels that passion into creating opportunities for women to connect, challenge themselves, and find renewal in the outdoors.
