# Event Details

- **Event Name**: First Day Hikes and Chili Fundraiser at Mueller!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am
- **Event Description**: Get outside and moving after the holidays on New Year's Day!


There will be 4 guided hikes throughout the day. Choose one or two that sound the most exciting to you. All hikes are free. You only need a park pass to access the park.


Before or after your hike enjoy a cup of hot chocolate or a warm cup of chili at the Visitor Center to support our partner nonprofit, the Friends of Mueller State Park.


Chili will be available between 11am and 1:30pm for a suggested donation of $5 or whatever you can give. Cash only. Money raised will help more students explore the beauty of our park and improve visitor experiences.


Guided hikes below:


Annual Elk Meadow First Day Hike
9:15-11:15 a.m. Elk Meadow Trailhead
Enjoy this little over 2 mile trail passing by meadow views and the popular Peak View Pond guided by experienced Mueller naturalists. This trail was revamped this summer by Mueller’s trail crew.


For families…
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Outlook Ridge Trailhead
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the forest and hiking at Mueller State Park? Hike to the first outlook, learn about hiking safety and become a Junior Ranger. Best for ages 6-12, but all are welcome. Children and their grown ups should attend together.


For those who like to go slow…
7th Annual First Day Forest Bathing
12-2:30 p.m. Meet outside the Visitor Center
Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Jane, is back! Slow down and connect to nature with this reflective practice. Bring a sit pad, water, snacks & layers. Snow boots and waterproof pants are recommended. End with forest tea made from local plants. Register in advance online at cpw.state.co.us/events.
*Forest bathing is the only hike that requires registration.


For those who like to sleep in…
1-2 p.m. Wapiti Trailhead
This is a 1 mile hike with some great views. The route includes areas of flat trail mixed with mild and moderate hills. Great for those new to hiking at Mueller who want to get a feel for our trails. There will be an option to extend the hike for those who want to go farther.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/divide/first-day-hikes-and-chili-fundraiser-at-mueller/200029395902322
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, nonprofit, trekking, new-year, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 56

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Divide
- **state**: CO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 21045  CO-67  , Divide, CO, United States, Colorado 80814
- **lat**: 38.88612
- **long**: -105.15834
- **full address**: 21045  CO-67  , Divide, CO, United States, Colorado 80814

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is First Day Hikes and Chili Fundraiser at Mueller! being held?
  - **A:** First Day Hikes and Chili Fundraiser at Mueller! takes place on Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am at 21045  CO-67  , Divide, CO, United States, Colorado 80814.
- **Q**: Who is organizing First Day Hikes and Chili Fundraiser at Mueller!?
  - **A:** First Day Hikes and Chili Fundraiser at Mueller! is organized by Mueller State Park.

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