Hiking & Stewardship in Colorado Springs

Guided walks, group hikes, and volunteer trail days.

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Hiking⚠ Needs verification

Get Out, Spread Out Hikes

Trails & Open Space Coalition

Guided hikes & outings on regional trails — see events

Trails & open spaces around the Pikes Peak region

Beginner-friendlyNo-dropDog-friendlyFree

Free guided hikes connecting locals to the regional trails-and-open-space mission.

Hiking⚠ Needs verification

One Bag Challenge Cleanups

Trails & Open Space Coalition

Recurring volunteer cleanups & stewardship days

Parks & trails across Colorado Springs

Beginner-friendlyFree

Community trash-cleanup program; 110+ cleanups and 7,700+ lbs of litter removed since spring 2024.

Hiking⚠ Needs verification

Scheduled Hikes, Backpacks & 14ers

Colorado Mountain Club – Pikes Peak Group

Trips scheduled monthly, year-round — see calendar

Colorado Springs & Front Range trailheads

Beginner-friendlyCost varies

Hiking, backpacking, mountaineering, cycling and more, with trips posted on the CMC calendar.

Hiking⚠ Needs verification

SOLE Outdoor Trips & Clinics

UCCS SOLE

Day & overnight trips and clinics each semester

Gallogly Rec & Wellness Center, UCCS, Colorado Springs

Beginner-friendlyPaid

14ers, float and kayak trips, climbing, sandboarding, ski days and Moab weekends for the UCCS community.

Hiking⚠ Needs verification

Outdoor Adventure Trips & Classes

USAFA Outdoor Adventure Program

Seasonal trips & skills classes for the Academy community

U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs

Beginner-friendlyPaid

Ski trips plus classes in kayaking, bike repair, GPS, fishing and fly tying, and outdoor skills.