Browsing Hikes Near Denver

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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Chief Mountain Trail

By Mary Norton - 5 Comments ». 1444 Views

Chief Mountain Trail is one of the most exciting climbs from parking lot to summit. This is a very popular day hike due to its mountain beauty, convenience to Denver, and its relatively short length

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Dawson Butte Ranch Trail

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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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Maxwell Falls Cliff Loop Trail

By Mary Norton - 13 Comments ». 2537 Views

From the parking lot (upper Maxwell Falls trailhead) start down the trail toward the falls. The trail will fork two times; take the left trail both times and you will be moving up a slight

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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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St. Mary’s Glacier Trail

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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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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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Burro Trail

By Mary Norton - Comment ». 483 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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Sisters Trail at Alderfer Three Sisters Park

By Mary Norton - 5 Comments ». 1208 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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Evergreen Mountain Trail

By Mary Norton - 6 Comments ». 792 Views

Evergreen Mountain Trail West offers a pleasant hike through pine forest with great views of the surrounding mountains including Mt. Evans and the town of Evergreen. This trail begins at the Alderfer Three Sisters Park

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

By Mary Norton - 1 Comment ». 321 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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Mountain Lion Trail

By Mary Norton - 4 Comments ». 403 Views

Just like Burro Trail, the Mountain Lion trail in Golden Gate Canyon State Park is challenging and a little bit longer. The trail will take you in a 6.7 mile loop that moves through small

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