Hiking · Northwest Side / North suburbs, Chicago
Mon, Wed & Sat 9am
FreeBeginner-friendly
Meetup community of about 4,400 members focused on multi-day wilderness backpacking, with trips, skills clinics and online presentations. Members also meet at a monthly in-person social in Chicago.
Beginner-friendlyOutdoor
Weekly schedule
No fixed weekly slot.
Monthly social on a Wednesday evening (Nov 18 and Dec 16, 6:30-9:30 pm). Overnight trips need an RSVP on Meetup and a signed release, and attendees must be 18+. The Dec 11-13 Point Beach State Forest cabin trip ($25) is for members with prior camping experience.
Details
- Meeting spot
- Monthly social at Sully's House (2nd floor), 1501 N Dayton St Directions
- Level
- Beginner to experienced (trip requirements vary)
- Cost
- Socials: cost not listed; trips priced individually (e.g., $25 Dec 2026 cabin trip)
- Contact
Last checked Nov 1, 2026 · source
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