Volunteer Trail Work Event: Pikes Peak in Divide, CO
Join onX and the Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) to help construct the new Devil’s Playground Trail on Pikes Peak. Volunteers will work alongside RMFI staff to contribute to an ongoing project that will eventually open a brand new section of trail. We’ll be building sustainable trail features and stabilizing the trail tread. The project currently sits just below tree line at around 12,000 feet. Volunteers should be prepared for a 2.5-mile one-way hike into the project site, with approximately 1,000 feet of elevation gain. This is strenuous work using tools in the outdoors at high elevation. Be prepared for a rewarding and impactful day of trail work on Pikes Peak!
More About the Project
The Devil’s Playground Trail is the western summit approach for Pikes Peak, traversing approximately seven miles and 4,300 feet starting from a trailhead located near the Crags Campground in Woodland Park, CO, and ends at the summit of Pikes Peak, elevation 14,115 feet. In 2019, RMFI broke ground on the new Devil’s Playground Trail, with the goal of rerouting the existing trail due to erosion, causing ecological impacts on the mountain. The trail is located entirely on the Pike National Forest and is one of two primary routes to the summit of Pikes Peak—one of the most visited mountains in the world. The Devil’s Playground Trail offers a shorter, less crowded route as compared to Barr Trail on the east side of the mountain, and provides hikers with stunning views of mountain ranges to the west.
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Event Details
Trail Revival Project: Pikes Peak in Divide, CO
Check out the event details and register to join us via the link below. Registration for the event is through our partner, RMFI.
Date: July 19, 2025
Meeting Time: 8:30 a.m.
Trail Work Time: 9 a.m.—2:30 p.m.
We will begin our hike at 9 a.m., start work around 10 a.m. and work until around 1:30 pm, weather depending. The goal will be to have folks back at their cars by 2:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: We will be meeting just past the Crag’s Trailhead parking lot in Divide, CO (615 Teller Co Rd 62, Divide, CO 80814). Exact details on how to access the meet-up location will be shared via email after registration.
Trails to be Worked on : Devil’s Playground
Food: Sandwiches and snacks will be provided for attendees. Please plan to bring all your water for the day (2+ liters
Max Capacity: 30 volunteers (Sign up before spots fill!))
To Bring: Wear long pants and sturdy shoes. This is required. No open-toed shoes or shorts.
Eye protection. (work eyewear, sunglasses or RX glasses)
Water bottle(s) or hydration system with plenty of water (2+ liters). We will be packing in our water for the day.
Weather appropriate clothing (e.g. rain jacket, weather changes rapidly at elevation, please be prepared for changes in weather and temperature.)
Sunscreen.
Backpack to carry all of your things.
Lunch, snacks, and work gloves will be provided by onX
Register for Pikes Peak, Divide, CO Trail Day
Head over to our event partner, RMFI’s website to complete your event registration.
By registering for this event volunteers will:
✔ Be eligible for giveaways.
✔ Get access to the event folder and trail map.
✔ Receive reminders the day prior to cleanup.
Disclaimer: By signing up to volunteer, you agree to have your photo or video taken during the event. Any photos or video may be used to promote the stewardship work on onX social media channels.
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