Traverse the west and southwest slopes of North Table Mountain on the City of Golden North Table Mountain Trail, then climb through the rim onto the top of the mesa, and return by way of the Jefferson County Open Space North Table Mountain Loop, crossing diverse plant communities where plains and foothills species mingle, including lichen-covered lava cliffs, slickrock and talus, grasslands, and shrublands, looking at and identifying plants as we go. We won’t do any hard-core keying, but some familiarity with local plants will be helpful. There will be a plant list with both scientific and common names.
Bring lots of water, a rain jacket, snacks, and sunscreen if you need it.
Remember that it is Spring, which in Colorado can mean sun, thunder, rain, and snow, and sometimes all four!
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Up to difficulty 3½. The route is 2 to 2½ miles and will include a short steep climb with loose rock and a rock scramble requiring 2 to 3 footsteps up.
Hosted by Tom Schweich
More info and registration here: https://conps.org/home/events/event-listing/#!event/2025/6/8/metro-denver-chapter-north-table-mountain
