Browsing West of Denver
Bergen Peak Trail at Elk Meadow Open Space Park
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
Chief Mountain Trail
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
Maxwell Falls Cliff Loop Trail
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
St. Mary’s Glacier Trail
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
Raccoon Trail
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
South Park Trail (TR 711) to Square Top Lakes
A beautiful, tundra hike to two glacial lakes. The views and the wildflowers along this trail are some of Colorado’s finest. The trail begins at the west Guanella Pass parking lot and travels south above
Burro Trail
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
Sisters Trail at Alderfer Three Sisters Park
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
Gray’s Peak/ Torrey’s Peak
The first couple miles of the trail are a winding path through high brush until you reach a section of the trail that is flat for a while. Then the ascent on the mountain really
Indian CreekTrail at Mount Evans Wildlife Area
This portion of Indian Creek trail is a peaceful and easy amble through pine forest, Aspen grove, grassy meadow and creek side scenery. From the trailhead, you will begin by hiking uphill on a fire
Silver Dollar Lake Trail #79 and Naylor Lake Trail
The trail begins at the first parking lot just off Guanella pass road (a new paved parking lot with plenty of spaces provided you get there early)- the first ¼ mile of the hike is
Rosalie Trail (TR 603)
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