Hike, swim, eat, repeat. We're heading up to Silver Lake for a moderate 4.4-mile hike followed by a tailgate potluck — think swimsuits, camp chairs, and good food with your favorite trail crew. Hot dogs, buns, and a camping stove are covered, so just bring a dish to share and your appetite.
Date & Time: Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Meeting Point: Silver Lake Trailhead
Difficulty: Moderate
Pace: Moderate — steady pace, occasional stops
Group Size: Up to 10
Dogs: Yes, dogs welcome!
Cost: $10 parking, or use your America the Beautiful Pass
What to Bring: A potluck item to share, swimsuit, 1–2 liters of water, sturdy hiking shoes, rain jacket, sun protection, and a camp chair if you'd like one (picnic tables are also available)
Parking: The road up is unpaved — 2WD can usually make it in dry conditions, but if you don't have AWD/4WD, let Lex know and a pickup from the Tibble Fork Reservoir parking lot can be arranged]Good to Know: Hot dogs, buns, and a camping stove will be provided for the potluck
Hike, swim, eat, repeat. We're heading up to Silver Lake for a moderate 4.4-mile hike followed by a tailgate potluck — think swimsuits, camp chairs, and good food with your favorite trail crew. Hot dogs, buns, and a camping stove are covered, so just bring a dish to share and your appetite.
Date & Time: Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Meeting Point: Silver Lake Trailhead
Difficulty: Moderate
Pace: Moderate — steady pace, occasional stops
Group Size: Up to 10
Dogs: Yes, dogs welcome!
Cost: $10 parking, or use your America the Beautiful Pass
What to Bring: A potluck item to share, swimsuit, 1–2 liters of water, sturdy hiking shoes, rain jacket, sun protection, and a camp chair if you'd like one (picnic tables are also available)
Parking: The road up is unpaved — 2WD can usually make it in dry conditions, but if you don't have AWD/4WD, let Lex know and a pickup from the Tibble Fork Reservoir parking lot can be arranged]Good to Know: Hot dogs, buns, and a camping stove will be provided for the potluck