Spectacular Mountain Location
Incredible Hiking Opportunities 
The Pingree Park Campus is the starting point for outstanding mountain hikes. Walks around the valley provide opportunities to see and hear wildlife and can be completed in as little as 30 minutes. Longer day hikes to Cirque Meadows and Surprise Pond follow well-established trails and offer fantastic mountain views.
Hikes to Mummy Pass or Stormy Peaks Pass enter Rocky Mountain National Park, providing above-tree-line experiences. Non-technical peak ascents can be made on area mountains including Signal Mountain 11,262 ft. (3447m), Stormy Peaks 12,148 ft. (3702m) and Comanche Peak 12,702 ft. (3872m).
Alpine (early morning) starts are advised on all hikes going above tree line to avoid afternoon lightning storms. Whatever your goal, Pingree Park's remote location affords opportunities for incredible outdoor adventures.
Essentials for All Hikers
- Extra food and water
- Map of the area
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Compass - First-aid kit
- Rain protection
- Sunglasses
- Fire starter
- Flashlight
- Whistle
- Pocket Knife
- Layered Clothing
Minimum Impact Hiking Techniques
- Plan ahead and be prepared
- Pack it in and pack it out
- Don't cut switchbacks
- Properly dispose of human waste
- Minimize use and impact of fires
- Move off the trail when taking breaks
- Be quiet when possible
(Minimum Human Impact Brochure available at the Main Office)
Mountain Safety Tips 
- Get an early "alpine" start to avoid possible afternoon lightning storms
- Let someone in the Main Office know your intentions
- Don't hike alone
- Stay on trails whenever possible
- Stay hydrated; drink lots of fluids
- Take precautions against blisters, hypothermia, giardia
- Be conservative; use good judgment
- Respect Private Property - Don’t: cross fences, fish on private ponds, disturb historic property, hike through private property. If in doubt ask.
(Mountain Safety Brochure available at the Main Office)
