CISO Ascent

CISO ASCENT

Spring 2026 Retreat

Connect · Collaborate · Recharge

May 3-6, 2026Colorado Springs, CO · The Rocky Mountains

Base camp

DoubleTree by Hilton, 1775 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd

For three days in the shadow of Pikes Peak, we trade the inbox for the ridgeline. We step away from the noise and into the kind of conversations that only happen on the trail. A gathering of peers and a few partners. No panels. Just CISOs and the time and space to think clearly, share honestly, and come home sharper than you left.

3

Days

3

Guided Hikes

14,115

Summit Ft

10-12

Trail Miles

Signature moments

What you'll carry home.

01 / 03

Seven Bridges

Monday · 3.4 mi

Creekside trail through North Cheyenne Cañon. Seven wooden bridges, cool shade, and the best conversations of the week.

02 / 03

Pikes Peak

Tuesday · 14,115 ft

The Cog Railway to the summit of America's Mountain. Lunch in the clouds. Donuts at altitude.

03 / 03

Garden of the Gods

Tuesday · 3 to 4 mi

Palmer Trail to the Siamese Twins window, framing Pikes Peak through red sandstone.

Itinerary at a glance

Four days, one ridgeline.

  • Sun May 3

    Travel and Intros

    Arrivals, optional morning hike for early birds, welcome event with the Board.

  • Mon May 4

    Seven Bridges + Paint Mines

    Guided creekside hike, lunch in Old Colorado City, afternoon at the painted hoodoos.

  • Tue May 5

    Pikes Peak + Garden of the Gods

    Cog Railway to 14,115 ft, guided hike through the red rocks, closing session.

  • Wed May 6

    Return Day

    Breakfast, farewells, departures on your schedule.

Closing

Until the Next Ascent

Travel safely.

Questions? Reach the crew at [email protected] or visit cisoascent.com. All times and activities subject to change based on weather, group pace, and group preference.