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Rimrock Trail at Castlewood Canyon State Park

By Mary Norton - 3 Comments ». 723 Views

This trail offers wonderful views of the canyon as well as the surrounding mountains and rolling hills of Parker and Franktown. To access the trailhead, enter at the west entry of Castlewood Canyon State Park

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Inner Canyon Trail at Castlewood Canyon State Park

By Mary Norton - 1 Comment ». 888 Views

A fun and beautiful hike at Castlewood Canyon State Park is the Inner Canyon Trail. A 1.16 mile trail that takes you down into the canyon and along the waters of Cherry Creek is a

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Three Easy Trails at Castlewood Canyon State Park

By Mary Norton - Comment ». 608 Views

Inner Canyon Trail Rimrock Trail Cherry Creek and Creek Bottom Trail

Bergen Peak Trail at Elk Meadow Open Space Park

By Mary Norton - 3 Comments ». 1269 Views

In the beautiful town mountain town of Evergreen lies Bergen Peak at Elk Meadow Open Space Park. This is a popular hike spot for locals as well as vacationers. The trail offers easy access by

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Coyote Song Trail at South Valley Park

By Mary Norton - Comment ». 736 Views

This is one of several trails offered at South Valley Park (Jefferson County Open Space). From the south parking lot follow the Coyote Song Trail for 1.5 miles and connect with Swallow Trail at the

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Dawson Butte Ranch Trail

By Mary Norton - Comment ». 745 Views

Located just five miles south of Castle Rock, Dawson Butte Ranch Park offers a five mile loop trail that is easy-moderate over rolling terrain and through beautiful trees and meadows. The trail also offers views

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Glendale Farm Open Space Trail

By Mary Norton - Comment ». 607 Views

This is one great hike just outside of Denver! It offers a 1.6 mile loop trail that crosses rolling hills covered in tall wavy grass, scrub oak, grazing cows, and rock croppings. You will amble

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Sunny Aspen Trail and Old Ski Run Trail (Meyer Ranch Park)

By Mary Norton - 5 Comments ». 963 Views

Grab a park map at the parking lot or trailhead. For an easy trail choose Lodgepole Loop trail (approx. 2.5 mile hike roundtrip from parking lot). For a more challenging hike, follow Owl’s Perch trail

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Bear Creek and Bruin Bluff Trails at Lair O’ the Bear Park

By Mary Norton - 2 Comments ». 700 Views

A nice easy loop hike at the Lair O’ the Bear Park starts at the parking lot and follows the Bear Creek Trail west, then go left over the bridge to Castor Cutoff Trail to

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Raccoon Trail

By Mary Norton - 2 Comments ». 369 Views

Raccoon Trail in Golden Gate Canyon State Park wanders through groves of pine and spruce as well as aspen stands. Wildflowers and views of the Continental Divide are an added treat. The trail is well

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Burro Trail

By Mary Norton - Comment ». 484 Views

Burro Trail is in Golden Gate Canyon State Park. It is one of the more challenging hikes in the park and is just a 30 minute drive from Golden and west Denver. This is a

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Devil’s Head National Recreation Trail

By Mary Norton - 21 Comments ». 3923 Views

The trail begins by passing through several large Aspen stands that are quite beautiful; especially in autumn. The hike continues to wind its way up through Evergreen forest and around huge granite boulders. Through the

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Eagle’s View Trail at Reynolds Park Open Space Park

By Mary Norton - 3 Comments ». 835 Views

This hike offers a variety of terrain, with a winding trail through meadow and forest taking hikers to the big payoff at the Eagle’s View point – views! From the parking lot, take Oxen Draw

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Plymouth Creek Trail and Meadow Lark Trail at Deer Creek Canyon Park

By Mary Norton - 4 Comments ». 1123 Views

Recommended trail: Begin at parking lot and take the Plymouth Creek Trail to the Meadow Lark trail. The loop has a pleasant elevation gain, trail composition, distance and views. The Plymouth Creek trail begins by

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Sisters Trail at Alderfer Three Sisters Park

By Mary Norton - 5 Comments ». 1209 Views

Alderfer Three Sisters Open Space Park offers a variety of trails to chose from. The Sisters Trail is good choice for a variety of terrain and views. This hike leads through meadow and proceeds through

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