Buffalo Boy Mine and Maggie Gulch
It’s wildflower season and this fun run won’t disappoint.
Golconda Mining Complex
Mark your calendars. It was still snowed in last time we had this planned. All should be good now.
Cascade Divide Rd
Cascade Divide Road is 10 miles long and located behind Purgatory. The purpose of this run is to shuttle trail crews with the Colorado Trail Foundation and Durango Trails into the backcountry for trail maintenance. Cascade Divide Rd. is not a technical 4×4 road, however, it is too rocky for an AWD vehicle. The road offers great views of the Cascade Creek valley and the back side of Engineer Mountain. Stay tuned for details as the date gets closer. We will do this again on Friday, August 28th to get the crews back out.
Cascade Divide Rd
Cascade Divide Road is 10 miles long and located behind Purgatory. The purpose of this run is to shuttle trail crews with the Colorado Trail Foundation and Durango Trails into the backcountry for trail maintenance. Cascade Divide Rd. is not a technical 4×4 road, however, it is too rocky for an AWD vehicle. The road offers great views of the Cascade Creek valley and the back side of Engineer Mountain. Stay tuned for details as the date gets closer. We will do this again on Friday, August 28th to get the crews back out.
Adaptive Sports Trail Run
This is the annual partnership with the Adaptive Sports Association for a local trail run. Lunch will be provided. Trail to be determined.
Elwood Pass
This will be the club’s first run over Elwood this season. It’s one of our adopted trails. CJG Members, hope to see you there!
Bolam Pass
Join us for a mid-week run up Bolam Pass behind Purgatory. Scenic with some mining history.
Silverton, July 4th Parade
Meet in the courthouse parking lot in Silverton no later than 9am to decorate your vehicle. Parade starts at 10:30 am. Stick around after for fundraising burgers at the fire station.
July Fun Run/Camp Trip Around Silverton
We know it's going to start getting busy in Silverton likely Thursday/Friday due to the 4th of July Holiday.
You don't have to camp or attend the whole time.
If you would like to come in for a day, or whatever works into your schedule, or stay in a hotel - all is great too.
Please remember the San Juan National Forest is in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions.
For those who expressed interest in doing the trails the 1st through the 3rd. Here’s the plan. CAUTION: some trails are still thawing out, so plans may change around some. I will update here on this post if that’s the case.
Again, anyone is welcome to join! You do NOT have to camp with us. If you want to come up for the day, we’d love to have you! Most trails are easy/moderate. I will be running GMRS radios. Make sure to bring food, snacks, water, and jackets.
Here’s the plan: meet July 1st at the Whistlestop in Silverton by 10am. If there are big campers, we’ll go down to Mineral Creek Road to see if we can find some spots or, if we only have smaller tent setups, I have a few dispersed areas in mind. We will drop off trailers, etc. then hit a trail (I’m thinking Picayune/Placer to California Gulch). We will come back to camp for the night if you’re staying.
July 2nd: 9am, we will hit the trails and head to Georgia and Prospect Gulch (both rated 4/10). Make sure to pack lunch and snacks. Depending on how long this takes, and if we have time, we will run Three Basins before heading back to camp.
July 3rd: some pre-pack up at camp if you don’t want to stay longer and then we will head out to Arrastra and the Mayflower Mine. Plan to meet at Whistlestop by 9am again. To allow everyone ample time for travel, etc., this will be the only trail this day.
For the latest updates, head over to the CJG FB thread: https://m.facebook.com/groups/CreeperJeepers/permalink/27598771373122890/?
Corkscrew, Hurricane, California Passes & Maybe More
Join Brian for a high country passes loop.
YellowDogADV Training Weekend
Spend the weekend in Pagosa Springs with Yellow Dog ADV improving your offroad skills. Topics will include 4×4 basics, spotting, winching, and hi-lift jack operation. Members only. Limited to 10 vehicles.
Highway Cleanup and Fun Run
Meet at PJ’s Gourmet Market at Trimble Crossing, north of Durango, at 9:00 am for a 9:30 am departure. You will be supplied with a safety vest, trash grabber, and a garbage bag and assigned a starting point.
For those that are unfamiliar with our adopted highway, we have a 2-mile section of Hwy 550 near Andrew's Lake, just south of the Molas Pass Summit. With enough people, we can be done picking up trash in less than an hour and you'll be walking less than a mile.
After highway cleanup, we will stop at the Whistle Stop Gas Station in Silverton to air down, then head up one of our favorite trails.
Medano Pass and Tin Cup Pass
Join Creeper Jeepers on a multi day exploration of Medano and Tin Cup Passes.
San Rafael Swell
The Bucks are going to be exploring/camping in the San Rafael Swell this week (5-8 May). They are heading out either Tuesday afternoon or Wednesday morning and returning Friday afternoon. If anyone is interested, reach out to James directly.
Annual Spring Cleaning of Elks Picnic Grounds
April 18, at 0900 has been reserved for the Annual Spring Cleaning of the Elks Picnic Grounds. Lunch will be provided this year.
We utilize this area free of charge from the Elks for our Club Meeting typically held in August. Something new is we might be able to use the area for the "24 hour picnic" TBD.
The elks picnic area is located at 379 Co Rd 240A, Durango, CO 81301.
If you plan to attend please wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, bring plenty of water, and rakes and shovels
CJG Moab EJS Meetup
Members,
Let’s celebrate EJS with a cold brew at the Proper Brewery in Moab, Friday April 3 about 4pm! Let Brian D. know you are coming and he will try to reserve some space.
Sand Hollow, UT
Sand Hollow March 2026
The tentative plan so far: arrive in the Hurricane area by the evening of the 17th and start running trails the 18th.
March 18th: Rattlesnake Gulch to Toquerville Falls. Rated a 6/10, this is HIGHLY weather dependent. The trail will challenge you. If we deem this too risky or the weather not appropriate, we will go the normal route to Toquerville Falls.
March 19th: Milt’s Mile Lite (4/10) OR West Rim/Bzzackward (5/10). Will be all day endeavor if we do West Rim/Bzzackward. Milt’s Mile Lite will be not quite a full day.
March 20th: Razzle Dazzle (5/10). New to me trail, but has some moderate challenges. Plan for an all day.
March 21st: We can leave this day or run one last trail. I’m thinking Long Valley Foothills (4/10). Though an easier trail, it is known to be sandy and tough to navigate in some longer wheel-based vehicles. I’m keeping this in mind with those who have shared their interest in going. Just thought I’d throw it out as another trail!
If you are interested, contact the organizer, Mariah, and/or follow the event on our Facebook page.
Spring Club Meeting
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/28172752252185?p=w0DWOqhHBBLot534In
Dial in by phone
+1 970-812-0909,
Phone conference ID: 864 608 139#
Time to think about the upcoming season and get some events on the calendar. Everyone is welcome. You can attend in person at the forest service office near the Tech Center, join virtually using the link above, or call in to the above phone number using the conference ID # listed. We hope to see you there!
Holiday Party
Mark your calendars for the annual CJG holiday party at Sky Ute Casino. Silent auction for charity. 50/50 raffle. Click here for tickets.
Snowdown Light Parade Planning
The Club is interested in participating in the Snowdown Light Parade. This will be our first meeting to put a plan in place. Please join us, have dinner, and share your ideas.
Elks 24-Hour Picnic
Let’s break out the club BBQ and spend the weekend surrounded by good friends, conversation, games, and camping. More details to come.
Moab
Club members are heading to Moab for a weekend of wheeling. Details in an email coming to members soon.
Jax Trax
Club members are welcome to join Brian D. for Jax Trax. Let him know if you’d like to join him.
Adaptive Sports of Durango Fun Run to Henderson Lake
We’re partnering with Adaptive Sports of Durango for a ride up Missionary Ridge to Henderson Lake. It is one of the highlights of the year for the participants. Watch last year’s video here.
Elwood Pass
Elwood is known for its beautiful fall colors. Catch them while you can. Please check our Facebook page for details of this event and to RSVP.
Alpine Loop
Catch the fall colors as Cole leads everyone on the Alpine Loop from Cinnamon Pass into Lake City and back on Engineer Pass. Check our Facebook page for all the details and to RSVP.
Black Bear and Imogene Passes
Saturday fun run over Black Bear and Imogene Passes will be lead by Cole H. Head over to our Facebook page for all the details and to RSVP. Weather permitting.
Elwood Pass Work Day
The Elwood Pass campout has been CANCELLED due to unforeseen circumstances. However, the Saturday work day is still a go! Meet at the Conoco-Alta at 2400 Hwy 160 in Bayfield at 7:30 am. Please bring basic trail maintenance equipment: loppers, tree trimmers, gloves, trash bags, etc. Don't forget your rain gear!
Wheelin’ and Mealin’
We've been talking about getting folks meeting up to discuss club activities—not a formal meeting, just a chance to chat. Do you have a suggestion for a run or event? Something else you'd like to discuss? Join us upstairs from 5 pm til whenever!
Golconda Mine
Be aired down and ready to leave the Whistle Stop in Silverton by 9:45 am. We will have lunch at the mine. You can read a bit about the mine here.
Stony Pass to Kite Lake
Thursday Fun Run. Air down and depart from the Whistle Stop at 915a. The run is 6 hours round trip, so getting an early start is important. Plan on an additional 30 minutes to get to Silverton from Durango due to on going construction projects.
This is mostly a scenic run, but the last three miles to Kite Lake will require an attentive driver. We will be on GMRS channel 16 for this run. Thanks to Brian D. for leading the way!
Alpine Loop
Meet at the Whistle Stop in Silverton at 9am. The plan is to head over Engineer Pass first then back Cinnamon Pass if everyone is up for it. Plan on a long day. Trip leader is Mariah.