Summer Camp features exciting activities infused with character-building strategies, counselors that are incredible Godly role models, and an intentional plan - the Sky Ranch Life Map - that takes kids from being consumers of God’s word to participants in God's plan. Route then follows the streambed with seasonal stream and pools bordered by cottonwoods and willows. --> Providing a host of mountain-top fun in a serene environment for spiritual refreshment, guests enjoy kayaking on Lake San Cristobal, exploring the beautiful terrain on horseback or with backpacks, and experiencing the quiet majesty of the mountains. More commonly used that above Bobcat. (21), Climber's Log Entries

min-width: 0; I didn't see them everywhere though. We will tailor your experience to meet your specific purpose as our well-trained, servant-minded staff handle even the most minute details. Adobe clay with sand/rock outcrops. Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, Images Humans have used this trail for thousands of years and we will discuss some of this rich history. } Very well developed and easy to follow. Ute Trail is located in Gunnison Gorge National Conversation Area (NCA) just north of Black Canyon of the Gunnison.The area has a diverse landscape, ranging from adobe badlands (popular with mountain bikers and dirt bikers) to rugged piñon and juniper covered slopes.
Unmaintained. } The trail offers a number of activity options. Hundreds of miles of world-class mountain biking trails such as the Kokopelli Trail. It's not a good idea to just pitch a tent on the tundra, and I feel like RMNP would have a big problem with you setting up in the most obvious areas, the parking lots and pull outs along TRR. 7:45 - Arrive at Ute Trailhead 7:55 - Orientation 8:05 - Begin trail to Ute Trail 11:00 - Lunch 13:05 - Snack Break 14:05 - End of trail 14:15 - KMAC transports you back to The Stanley Hotel 15:00 - Arrive back at The Stanley hotel *Custom times are available. Trail Surface › Dirt/Gravel Uses › Hiking Length › .9 Difficulty › Strenuous Hiking only. Find deals and coupons for activities and more in Grand Junction. With more research, I couldn't find any trip reports of someone who'd hiked the whole thing, to give me some idea of what to expect. Providing a host of mountain-top fun in a serene environment for spiritual refreshment, guests enjoy kayaking on Lake San Cristobal, exploring the beautiful terrain on horseback or with backpacks, and experiencing the quiet majesty of the mountains. padding-right: 360px; This steep, heavily used trail, located on the southeast side of Aspen, ascends 700 feet in just .9 miles. Stunning golf courses whose green fairways are juxtaposed against the craggy Redland desert. At least I know they don't want people sleeping in cars at these parking areas. .main-inner .column-left-outer { Special dietary requests can be accommodated with advance notice. There are several beautiful overlooks with views of the Gunnison River.

With two nights at West Ute, we had plenty of time to explore. min-width: 0; Moderate. Grand Mesa as seen from the top/start of Ute Trail. Rigorous descent into narrow Ute Canyon from the plateau follows a primitive trail. What the trail looks like in places, which is actually better than it looks in other places. A few arches may be seen. margin-left: -0; margin-right: -360px; .main-inner .column-right-outer { At the same time that we are earnest to explore and learn all things, we require that all things be mysterious and unexplorable, that land and sea be infinitely wild, unsurveyed and unfathomed by us, because unfathomable. - Henry David Thoreau. } Head to Colorado this summer for a week that could change your family forever. We will tailor your experience to meet your specific purpose as our well-trained, servant-minded staff handle even the most minute details. Incredible whitewater rafting on the Colorado River. ", "image"=>{"id"=>292, "name"=>"Ute Trail Lodge", "description"=>nil, "size"=>233234, "height"=>800, "width"=>1198, "thumb"=>"/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMTcvMTIvMjgvMzJqZzZ4NTN5MF91dGVfdHJhaWxfbG9kZ2UuanBnIl0sWyJwIiwidGh1bWIiLCIzMDB4MjAwIl1d/ute-trail-lodge.jpg", "image"=>"/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMTcvMTIvMjgvMzJqZzZ4NTN5MF91dGVfdHJhaWxfbG9kZ2UuanBnIl1d/ute-trail-lodge.jpg", "asset_uid"=>"2017/12/28/32jg6x53y0_ute_trail_lodge.jpg", "asset_name"=>"ute-trail-lodge.jpg", "filetype"=>"jpg", "category"=>"image", "uploaded_by"=>"Michael Kozak", "created_at"=>"2017-12-27T23:10:15-05:00"}, "programs"=>[{"id"=>64, "title"=>"Ute Trail, Colorado Retreats"}, {"id"=>41, "title"=>"Wilderness Backpacking"}]}, guid: nil, created_at: "2017-12-29 03:01:45", updated_at: "2018-01-14 04:25:25", global: nil, global_lock: nil, session_key: nil, tag_list: nil>]. adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []; The river access is nice here, and the scenery is great for taking a rest. It didn't take me long to search satellite photos and determine that it looked like there might be a trail for most of the way, as indicated on the topos (though the USGS and USFS topos disagree slightly about location of the section from, That was enough to pique my interest. Take part in a unique journey of community building and spiritual growth by bringing your group on a five to six night wilderness adventure through Colorado’s beautiful Rocky Mountains. .main-inner .fauxcolumn-left-outer { We would be thrilled to partner with you and help you accomplish your retreat goals. This would split it up into three approximately equal segments. Breakfast traditionally consists of a hot breakfast, and a breakfast bar including fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal, and assorted juices. This is our favorite hike for families and those who don’t want to hike very far but still want a mountain experience. The Ute Trail is not for the faint of heart. Sadly, parts of this historical trail are disappearing, but I suppose that is the circle of life. The trail has spectacular views. ", "image"=>{"id"=>353, "name"=>"Wilderness Hero", "description"=>nil, "size"=>728081, "height"=>1400, "width"=>2100, "thumb"=>"/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMTcvMTIvMjkvOGRrM3M3bmt1M193aWxkZXJuZXNzX2hlcm8uanBnIl0sWyJwIiwidGh1bWIiLCIzMDB4MjAwIl1d/wilderness-hero.jpg", "image"=>"/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMTcvMTIvMjkvOGRrM3M3bmt1M193aWxkZXJuZXNzX2hlcm8uanBnIl1d/wilderness-hero.jpg", "asset_uid"=>"2017/12/29/8dk3s7nku3_wilderness_hero.jpg", "asset_name"=>"wilderness-hero.jpg", "filetype"=>"jpg", "category"=>"image", "uploaded_by"=>"Michael Kozak", "created_at"=>"2017-12-28T22:00:57-05:00"}, "programs"=>[{"id"=>41, "title"=>"Wilderness Backpacking"}]}, guid: nil, created_at: "2017-12-29 03:01:45", updated_at: "2018-01-14 04:23:12", global: nil, global_lock: nil, session_key: nil, tag_list: nil>, #{"id"=>16, "title"=>"Retreats"}, "excerpt"=>"Sky Ranch wants to become your retreat and conference center of choice. adsbygoogle.requestNonPersonalizedAds = 1; The remaining part to the top of the mountain seems to be viewed as an extension. 36.64 miles out and back, 7979 feet of elevation gain. --> The West Ute Trail branches off the CDT a few hundred feet north of the lake. if (typeof adsbygoogle.requestNonPersonalizedAds === 'undefined') { Please enquire through our reservations team at time … However, on our last visit, we decided to do the Ute Trail West, a section of the trail we’d never hiked before. Lunch offers a different hot entree each day as well as a full service salad bar. Start planning your trip with special offers on hotels, dining, activities and more. ​, 7:00 -  KMAC guide will pick you up and take you to the trailhead*. Be sure to bring the camera! We can never have enough of nature. Hunting with Ute Trail Guide Service. parseInt("360px") + 'px'); All Rights Reserved. I would highly recommend him and the establishment.

Views were awesome and breathtaking." Many hikers use the scenic rock outcropping at their turnaround, located at the .9-mile mark, and others continue for another 2,300 feet to the summit of Aspen Mountain, also known as Ajax Mountain. Reigning six-time PRCA World Champion Bull Rider Sage Kimzsey has won the last three Xtreme Bulls Tour Titles.