Castle Trail and Meadow Trail at Mt. Falcon Park

Posted by Mary Norton in 30 Mins from Denver, All Trails, Easy, Hikes Near Denver, Southwest of Denver category
TAGS: colorado trails, denver mountain parks, Evergreen, family, family hikes, Hikes Near Denver, kids, loop trail, mountain views, Mt. Evans, wildflowers

Difficulty

Easy (Castle Trail and Meadow Trail)

Trail Length

Approximately 2 mile loop

Trail Description

Two easy trails from the west entrance of Mt. Falcon Park are Meadow Trail and Castle Trail offering level terrain and views of the mountains as well as the city. One of the best perks of this park is that it is close to Denver just bordering Indian Hills, Colorado (west entry from Hwy 285 to Parmalee Gulch Rd.)

These two trails together offer meadows filled with wildflowers, views of the city and foothills, and plenty of tall Scotch and Ponderosa Pines.

The park offers many more trails that are easy to moderate and offer a multitude of views of the mountains and city. See Trail Map.

Castle Trail offers a unique destination of old homestead ruins that once belonged to a wealthy Denverite in the early 1900′s. Kids love to explore the old castle ruins at the end of the hike and enjoy the view of the eastern plains over Denver.

Our family has visited this park for many years and have always enjoyed its open meadows and pine forests. Pack a picnic and dine at one of the many picnic tables in this mountain setting! Enjoy Your Hike!

Directions

Click Map Below for directions to the west entrance of Mt. Falcon Park. (Take US 285 south from C-470 to the Indian Hills/Parmalee Gulch Exit. Go 5 miles on Parmalee Gulch Rd. Then turn right on Picutis Rd and follow the signs to park's west parking area).

Map

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Attractions

Indian Hills offers a small, popular restaurant and a hometown coffee shop.

About Mary Norton, Author Of This Post

Mary grew up here, so she knows all the best places to go! With a family of 5 children and no lack of enthusiasm for the outdoors, Mary is well qualified to give you tips and hike spots that will challenge you as well as delight your whole family. Whether you have kids, dogs, or are just looking to enjoy nature by yourself, Mary will show you where to go to find what you are looking for.