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For those of you staying near home over Thanksgiving, this hike will provide an opportunity to burn off some of those holiday meal calories. Please join us on Saturday, November 26 as we hike the beautiful Aiken Canyon Trail starting at 10:00am. The distance of this hike is 4 miles with an elevation gain of 400 feet. It is rated as &quot;easy&quot;.<br /><br />Directions: Head south on CO 115 (Nevada Ave) toward Canon City for about 16 miles. Turn right on Turkey Canyon Ranch Rd just past mileage Post 32. Drive 300 yds to the parking area and trailhead on the right.<br /><br />If you are interested on carpooling, meet at 9:30am in the Safeway parking lot at the intersection of CO 115 and Academy.<br /><br />Click this link to learn more the Aiken Canyon Preserve: www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/aiken-canyon-loop-trail<br /><br />As usual, make sure you bring plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen and extra layers of clothing. Dogs are not allowed on this hike. Hike is subject to weather and trail conditions.