by crazyaboutcolorado | May 19, 2023 | FRONT RANGE, HIKES, STRENUOUS TRAILS
Windy Peak via Burro Trail Loop, located in Golden Gate Canyon State Park, is more than expected. Ever-changing terrain keeps you anticipating the next bend on the trail. A bubbling creek, craggy rocks, vast open meadows, forests, and stunning Continental Divide peak...
by crazyaboutcolorado | May 12, 2023 | EASY TRAILS, FRONT RANGE, HIKES
Best trail to see Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep. They share Waterton Canyon with outdoor enthusiasts. Waterton Canyon is an area for anyone who enjoys a day outside. A winding dirt road along the South Platte River is mesmerizing as you go deeper into the canyon...
by crazyaboutcolorado | Apr 7, 2023 | FRONT RANGE, HIKES, MODERATE TRAILS
Horseshoe Trail is on a mountainous hike within Golden Gate State Park— a narrow canyon with pines and abundant aspen stands, switchbacking up to meadows and views. This is just one of 42 miles of trails in the park. It’s March, and there is snow and thick ice...
by crazyaboutcolorado | Mar 10, 2023 | CENTRAL, FRONT RANGE, HIKES, MODERATE TRAILS
Summit hike perfect for beginners, Chief Mountain is a climb right from the start for 1.5 miles while gaining 1000 ft in elevation — 360-degree views at the summit rival those of Colorado’s 14ers. Once you make this trail, you’ll be excited to do high-altitude hikes...
by crazyaboutcolorado | Mar 3, 2023 | BEST HIKES, FRONT RANGE, HIKES
Hiking adventures surround Colorado Springs, CO. It’s an outdoor paradise, from local hikes to high mountain trails. There is a trail for all skill levels. These are 16 of our favorites! SEVEN BRIDGES TRAIL Seven Bridges Trail is a magical woodland— A hike for...
by crazyaboutcolorado | May 27, 2022 | FRONT RANGE, HIKES, MODERATE TRAILS
SCOUT LINE TRAIL ROCK OUTCROPPINGS & VIEWS! Elk Falls is the ideal destination hike in Staunton State Park especially if you like adventurous trails deep into rock croppings, views, and canyons. It is like being in the high mountains yet you are not far from...
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