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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

Spruce Mountain Open Space Trail

By Mary Norton - 3 Comments ». 748 Views

Spruce Mountain Trail is a 5.5 mile trail that offers a variety of terrain and views stretching from the eastern plains to Pikes Peak and around to the western Rockies. This hike is a pleasant,

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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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St. Mary’s Glacier Trail

By Mary Norton - 6 Comments ». 1671 Views

This is a very popular hike that will lead you to some of the most breathtaking scenery around! From the parking lot you will hike about ½ mile up a gentle slope. This trail is

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Bridal Veil Falls Trail

By Tony Parker - Comment ». 765 Views

Starting Elevation 7840 feet Ending Elevation 8900 feet Elevation Change 1060 feet Bridal Veil Falls at the end of the Cow Creek Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park strolls along old McGraw Ranch roads and

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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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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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Colorado Trail Kenosha Pass To Long Gulch (Segment)

By Mary Norton - 7 Comments ». 575 Views

This hike is a segment of the Colorado Trail. When you reach Kenosha pass you will need to go to the east side of HWY 285 to park. The trail is located just to the

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Trails that offer beautiful views of Colorado’s fall colors!

By Mary Norton - 1 Comment ». 322 Views

Aspen Trees are bursting with autumn color now in the high country. Get out onto the trails and enjoy autumn. These seasonal colors only last for about 3 weeks. When we want to hike a

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Cherry Creek Trail and Creek Bottom Trail at Castlewood Canyon

By Mary Norton - 1 Comment ». 494 Views

Castlewood Canyon State Park hosts a number of fun and scenic trails. Begin at the Westside parking lot and trailhead. Start your hike on the Cherry Creek Trail north to the Lucas Homestead site. From

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Colorado Trail Kenosha Pass to Goldhill (Segment)

By Mary Norton - 2 Comments ». 884 Views

If you have ever hiked any section of the Colorado trail you will know that it is a fun experience to be on a trail that winds 468 miles through the beautiful mountains of Colorado

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Burning Bear Trail TR #601 (East Entry)

By Mary Norton - 3 Comments ». 912 Views

Burning Bear Trail #601 (east entrance) is one of the most beautiful hikes in the Geneva Creek/Pike National Forest area with verdant meadows, beaver ponds, tumbling water falls and lush forests. Day hikers will love

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Rosalie Trail (TR 603)

By Mary Norton - Comment ». 408 Views

Beautiful mountains, and tundra surroundings encompass the Guanella Pass area! From the parking lot the Rosalie trail (Tr 603) heads south. You will hike a short distance – about 15-20 minutes until you reach the

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Red Rocks Canyon Loop Trail

By Mary Norton - Comment ». 296 Views

Red Rocks Canyon Loop Trail in Colorado Springs is a great in-town hike bursting with color and views of Pikes Peak, Red Rocks Canyon, and Colorado Springs and the quarry. Though there is snow in

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Rawhide and Longhorn Trail – At White Ranch Park

By Mary Norton - Comment ». 263 Views

The trailhead for an easy and pleasant loop hike begins at the lark parking lot at White’s Ranch Open Space Park just outside of Golden. The area is in the foothills so it offers a

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