ROCKS!
Rocks is a moderate distance in depth tour of the geology of Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Bring a lunch and good hiking gear to learn about our geologic history.
About this Event
Our Geologic History hike is an intermediate five mile hike. exploring the geologic history of Cheyenne Mountain State Park. We will discuss the processes that form fossils, rock formations, and how that informs our understanding of what our park looked like millions of years ago. The hike starts at the Limekiln trailhead and will go from the western part of Sundance to the Southern part of Talon to the end of North Talon. We will stop at the end of the trail for a picnic before heading back up Talon. Make sure to bring a lunch, water, sunscreen, and good shoes to hike in. This guided walk is free but requires a valid park pass to participate.
Ages: all ages welcome
Pets Not Permitted
Valid Park's Pass Required
Time Duration: 4 Hours
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Limekiln Area
Contact for questions:
Cheyenne Mountain State Park: 719-576-2016
[email protected]
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