Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Colorado Springs
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
Hike to Blodgett Peak
3.04.5 mi / 2325 ft gainGetting There Google Maps + "Blodgett Peak Open Space"= Easy Peasy. The parking lot only accommodates 11 cars with a one of those reserved for handicap. A port-a-potty is the only facility available at the trail head, so plan accordingly. The Hike Starting out at about 7,000 feet the first mile ...Read more -
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Hike the Saint Mary's Falls Trail
5.06 mi / 1500 ft gainThis moderately difficult hike is a total of 6 miles, with a 1500' incline. You start from the parking lot off Gold Camp Road that intersects with High Drive, and start hiking up the part of Gold Camp Road that is closed off to vehicles. You will see a few trails stemming off from this main road,...Read more -
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Hike the Seven Bridges Trail
4.04.75 mi / 1600 ft gainFollow North Cheyenne Creek through the canyon as it forms several cascades along the way. Due to water levels, spring is an especially good time for this hike. Most turn around just past the seventh bridge, where the trail starts to disappear.Read more -
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Helen Hunt Falls & Silver Cascades
4.00.65 mi / 272 ft gainPark at the log-cabin visitor's center on North Cheyenne Canyon Rd just before it turns into Gold Camp Rd. I definitely recommend arriving early, as the parking lot fills up quickly. Helen Hunt Falls is in sight of the parking area, and another 1/3 mile past that you'll run into Silver Cascades. ...Read more -
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Hike to St. Mary's Falls
3.63.2 miFrom the parking area, follow the trail as it heads up towards the falls. The last mile, in particular, makes for a decent uphill challenge. This hike and waterfall are great for showing family and friends.Read more -
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Hike Cheyenne Mountain
16 mi / 3400 ft gainThis trail starts out of Limekiln Trailhead in Cheyenne Mountain State Park. This is a large, obvious trailhead with bathrooms and water. From the trailhead follow the Talon trails on flatter terrain for the first 3 or so miles until it starts to steepen and turns to Dixon trail. These first few ...Read more -
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Hike Eagle's Peak (USAFA)
4.02.5 mi / 1100 ft gainThis is a short trail that goes very high in elevation. In about 1.25 miles you can go about 2000ish feet in elevation change. You need to wait till 9am to start the hike as it sits on the US Airforce Academy. It is definitely worth it. Bring shoes that can handle the rocky terrain.You take the f...Read more -
Manitou Springs, Colorado
Hike to Mt. Rosa
4.83.7 mi / 1322 ft gainTo get to the trailhead start on Old Stage Rd. After 11 miles turn right onto Forest Service Rd 379. This is a 4WD road. A small/large SUV, or truck should do the trick, nothing too crazy though. Drive on FS 379 for 1.5 miles until you come to an open field on the right known as Frosty Park. Ther...Read more -
El Paso County, Colorado
Hike to the top of Castle Rock
5.02 mi / 800 ft gainThe Basics: If you've never been to Green Mountain Falls, you're missing out! This tiny mountain hamlet, just off Hwy 24 before Woodland Park, hosts a vibrant collection of local shops and eateries around its community lake. It is also home to many lesser-known hiking trails, including the H.B. W...Read more -
Green Mountain Falls, Colorado
Hike Crystal Falls Trail to Crystal Creek Reservoir
5.25 mi / 1750 ft gainThe Basics: The little town of Green Mountain Falls often gets overlooked as motorists speed up Highway 24 to Woodland Park and beyond. However, big hiking opportunities abound here. The town probably has as many miles of hiking trails as it has miles of paved roads! Being on the base of Pikes Pe...Read more -
El Paso County, Colorado
Summit Pikes Peak via the Devils Playground Trail
3.05.5 mi / 1348 ft gainThis portion of a trek to the Pikes Peak begins about 13,000 feet. From the parking lot walk across the road back to the Northeast side and look for the hikers trail that begins by paralleling the road. By hiking this path you will have the time to enjoy the amazing views of the mountain range a...Read more -
Monument, Colorado
Mt. Herman & 715 Loop
4.06.16 mi / 1877 ft gainThe Basics: Mt. Herman is the most prominent peak overlooking Monument, CO and is easily spotted from I-25. The area between Monument and the mountain hosts a large network of meandering trails that are great for trail running and mountain biking. Our hike today starts at the uppermost parking lo...Read more -
Woodland Park, Colorado
Lovell Gulch Trail
5.22 mi / 814 ft gainLovell Gulch Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Woodland Park, Colorado.Read more -
Woodland Park, Colorado
Lowell Gulch Upper and Lower Ridge Trail
4.04.45 mi / 719 ft gainLowell Gulch Upper and Lower Ridge Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Woodland Park, Colorado.Read more -
Divide, Colorado
Summit The Crags
4.67.9 mi / 1379 ft gainAs you drive past Mueller state park (on the right), about 1/4 mile down the road you will see a small wooden sign for "The Crags" You will take a left there and follow the road about 1.5 miles, past the first stop, which is the Raspberry Mountain Trailhead, until you come to a fork in the road a...Read more -
Teller County, Colorado
Backpack to the Abandoned Skagway Power Plant and Ghost Town
3.510 mi / 1000 ft gainConstruction of the Skagway Plant began in 1899 and was complete in 1901. In 1965, 15 days of rain brought floods washing out a lot of the pipeline and other infrastructure. Fixing the power plant didn’t make sense and funds weren’t in place. The land was reverted to the government. The hike b...Read more