What we’re about
Welcome to the Loveland Mountain Club MEMBERS ONLY Meetup group. We are a well established club that was started over 47 years ago by Jim Disney, in beautiful Loveland, Colorado. We host at least 3 hikes/week, ranging from easy urban strolls to strenuous mountain hikes. We also host some paved trail bike rides and some flat-water kayak or paddleboard paddles. We also offer an occasional backpack trip or overnight hiking trips. We are a volunteer led and managed club; there are about 175 people in our club.
If you are a member of the Loveland Mountain Club, this is where you can sign up for events!
If you are not a member of the club, please visit www.lovelandmountainclub.org and check out our website. Membership applications can be found under the Members tab.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Lake Isabelle (A)Needs location
- Hike description: This moderately challenging and rewarding A Rated hike in the Brainard Lake Recreation Area near Nederland is approximately 7.5 miles in length with an elevation gain of approximately 700 feet. This stunning hike features two lakes, mountain peaks and abundant wildflowers in a rocky alpine setting. Wildlife viewing is varied and abundant in this area. The Brainard Lake Recreation Area is subject to a parking reservation fee per vehicle. We will likely park (two cars) at the Brainard Lake picnic site since parking permits are easier to obtain in this area. The estimated mileage is based upon the assumption of parking there. If interested, please let me know if you are willing to drive. Limit is 8 hikers.
- Hike length, starting elevation, elevation gain: The hike distance is about 7.5 miles, starting at 10,300'. The elevation gain is about 700'.
- Meetup Location and rideshare amount: The meeting place for this hike will be at Jax West in Loveland at Eisenhower and Wilson at just before 7AM. Besides the Hike Leader, another driver with an America the Beautiful Pass will be needed to purchase a Parking Pass for $2.00 at the Brainard Lake Picnic Area for the 8AM to 11AM time slot. Roundtrip travel to the trailhead is around 110 miles so the rideshare fee is $11.50, which includes a $0.50 contribution to the Brainard Lake Recreation Parking Fee already paid by your driver.
- Lateness: We will wait only 5 minutes for late arrivals at the meetup location. Please allow extra time to get to the meetup location by the stated meetup time.
- Hike Pace: This hike will be at a moderate pace. We hike as a group and will stop at appropriate spots, as needed, along the way for water, snacks, photos, etc.
- Things to Bring: Water, snacks, lunch, appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy hiking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and hiking poles.
- Weather Forecast: See the forecast for the trail area here: https://forecast.weather.gov (enter the location). Any changes to the hike due to weather conditions will be communicated on Meetup.
- Cancellation of Hike: Hikes are always subject to date/time change or cancellation due to weather, trail conditions or closures, or other unforeseen circumstances. You will be notified if the hike is cancelled for any reason.
- Required Waiver: If you have not already done so, you must sign the LMC waiver available on our website (see below) prior to this hike. Copies will be available at the meetup location, or you may print, sign, and bring with you a form available at this link: https://lovelandmountainclub.org/images/Forms/2024application-renewal-waiver.pdf. If you choose to sign the waiver on the day of hike, please arrive early so that we can depart for the hike on time. By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you can perform this hike and that you are solely responsible for your own safety.
- Covid Protocol: Fully Covid vaccinated hikers only for carpooling. At the hike leader's discretion, non-vaccinated hikers may meet at the trailhead. Please contact the hike leader to discuss this matter.
Not open - Sleepy Lion Loop (A)Button Rock Trailhead, Lyons, CO
## Details
- Hike Description: Join us for a 5 mile hike along the Sleepy Lion Trail in the Button Rock Preserve Open Space, located just west of Lyons. The trail is moderately challenging with an elevation gain of 856 ft. We will weave through aspen and and evergreen forests, as well as an occasional meadow. At our highest point, we will enjoy the views from the banks of the scenic Ralph Price Reservoir. Limit is 8 hikers.
- Hike Length, Starting Elevation, Elevation Gain: Round trip distance will be roughly 5 miles with an estimated 856 feet elevation gain. Elevation at the trailhead is 6020 ft.
- Meetup Location and Rideshare amount: The meeting place for this hike will be Jax West in Loveland at Eisenhower and Wilson Ave. Drivers to the Trailhead will be determined prior to the hike date. Rideshare fee is $6, payable to the driver.
- Lateness: We will wait only 5 minutes for late arrivals at the meetup location. Please allow extra time to get to the meetup location by the stated meetup time.
- Hike Pace: This hike will be at a moderate pace. We hike as a group and will stop at appropriate spots, as needed, along the way for rest, water, snacks, photos, etc.
- Things to Bring: Water, snacks, appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy hiking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, hiking poles.
- Weather Forecast: See the forecast for the trail area here: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=40.224&lon=-105.2699
- Cancellation of Hike: Hikes are always subject to date/time change or cancellation due to weather, trail conditions or closures, or other unforeseen circumstances. You will be notified if the hike is cancelled for any reason.
- Required Waiver: If you have not already done so, you must sign the LMC waiver available on our website (see below) prior to this hike. Copies will be available at the meetup location, or you may print, sign, and bring with you a form available at this link: https://lovelandmountainclub.org/images/Forms/2024application-renewal-waiver.pdf. If you choose to sign the waiver on the day of hike, please arrive early so that we can depart for the hike on time. By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you can perform this hike and that you are solely responsible for your own safety.
- Covid Protocol: Fully Covid vaccinated hikers only for carpooling. At the hike leader's discretion, non-vaccinated hikers may meet at the trailhead. Please contact the hike leader to discuss this matter.
- South St. Vrain Trail (A)Needs location
- Hike description: Join us for a nice out-and back hike up the beautiful South Saint Vrain Trail, which follows the South St. Vrain Creek into the Indian Peaks Wilderness. We will hike out and back (we are not doing the entire trail) with a stop for a snack/lunch at the turnaround point. We will get an EARLY start to avoid the heat!
- Hike length, starting elevation, elevation gain: 6 miles (out and back), start at 8,739 feet, elevation gain about 1000 feet.
- Carpool info: Leave from JAX West at 6:00 AM, leave from Longmont Walmart North about 6:30 AM.
- Rideshare amount: From JAX, $9; from Walmart (north) Longmont, $6.
- Lateness: We will wait only 5 minutes for late arrivals at the meetup location. Please allow extra time to get to the meetup location by the stated meetup time.
- Hike Pace: This hike will be at a moderate pace ( 2-3 miles per hour). We hike as a group and will stop at appropriate spots, as needed, along the way for water, snacks, lunch, photos, etc.
- Things to Bring: Water, snacks, lunch, appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy hiking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, hiking poles (if you use them).
- Weather Forecast: See the forecast for the trail area here: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lon=-105.528&lat=40.039 Any changes to the hike due to weather conditions will be communicated on Meetup.
- Cancellation of Hike: Hikes are always subject to date/time change or cancellation due to weather, trail conditions or closures, or other unforeseen circumstances. You will be notified if the hike is cancelled, postponed, or moved for any reason.
- Required Waiver: If you have not already done so, you must sign the LMC waiver available on our website (see below) prior to this hike. Copies will be available at the meetup location, or you may print, sign, and bring with you a form available at this link: https://lovelandmountainclub.org/images/Forms/2024application-renewal-waiver.pdf. If you choose to sign the waiver on the day of hike, please arrive early so that we can depart for the hike on time. By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you can perform this hike and that you are solely responsible for your own safety.
- Covid Protocol: Fully Covid vaccinated hikers only for carpooling. At the hike leader's discretion, non-vaccinated hikers may meet at the trailhead. Please contact the hike leader to discuss this matter.
