Name: Sugarloaf Mountain
Rating: 4.3

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Family Friendly It's a little steep for younger kids, but the short distance, fun summit rocks, and possible raspberries makes this a crowd pleaser.

Overview

A short drive from Boulder, easy parking, a short hike, and a truly spectacular summit make this a deservedly popular destination. Relative to it's easy difficulty, there is no more rewarding summit in the county.

Description

From the large parking area and intersection with the Switzerland Trail, there are many trails going in all directions. This is the only one going east, and steeply uphill. Head up the rocky road and go past a gate that blocks cars. Simply wind around the mountain as the trees disappear and enjoy the views.

Explore the summit area with a bunch of "throne" rock seats built into the western hill and soak in the views!