| 2026 description: 'Explore Philmont's Central and South Country passing through fire recovery areas, over ridges and through river valleys over
the course of this 7-day itinerary. Climb Deer Lake Mesa to enjoy tranquil meadows and sweeping views of the Ranch. Spend a
night near the historic Hunting Lodge Cabin with the opportunity to catch a unique view of the Rockies meeting the plains from
Window Rock. Hike through healthy Ponderosa-Savannah forests in the areas around Hunting Lodge and Miners Park before
ending your trek with picturesque view of Trail Peak and Fowler Mesa from Lovers Leap Overlook.' |
| 2025 description: 'Explore Philmont's Central Country from East to West in this 7-day itinerary. Early in this trek you'll steadily gain elevation
along Cimarroncito creek as you hike further into Philmont's western mountains and previous homes to hunters, miners, and
loggers. From there you'll traverse north and back down into the 2018 Ute Park Fire recovery area near Ute Gulch, over Deer
Lake Mesa, and wrap up at the convergence of Turkey Creek and Cimarron River' |
| Day | 2026 Trek 706 Campsite | 2025 Trek 708 Campsite | Program Differences |
| 1 | CHQ Trailbound | ||
| 2 | Harlan | Hunting Lodge | Shotgun shooting/reloading included in 2026 trek 706 |
| 3 | Devils Wash Basin | Lamberts Mine | Water included in 2026 trek 706 Mining History not included in 2026 trek 706 |
| 4 | Hunting Lodge | Sawmill | Rock Climbing & Rappelling included in 2026 trek 706 Hike via Hidden Valley / Window Rock included in 2026 trek 706 Food Pickup included in 2026 trek 706 Rifle Shooting/Reloading not included in 2026 trek 706 |
| 5 | Shaefers Pass | Devils Wash Basin | Western Lore / Branding included in 2026 trek 706 Forest Stewardship Program included in 2026 trek 706 Food Pickup not included in 2026 trek 706 Conservation Project not included in 2026 trek 706 Fire Recovery Area not included in 2026 trek 706 |
| 6 | Miner's Park | Vaca | Rock Climbing & Rappelling included in 2026 trek 706 Conservation Project included in 2026 trek 706 Shaefer's Peak included in 2026 trek 706 Shotgun shooting/reloading not included in 2026 trek 706 |
| 7 | CHQ Homebound |