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Flat, easy trail along banks of the South Platte River from Carson Nature Center to C-470 bike path.


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1.5

Miles

2.4

KM

Point to Point

5,372' 1,637 m

High

5,349' 1,630 m

Low

30' 9 m

Up

11' 3 m

Down

1%

Avg Grade (0°)

2%

Max Grade (1°)

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Features Birding · River/Creek · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Description

From the Carson Nature Center, follow the dirt trail paralleling the bike path until you reach the bridge. Do not cross the bridge, turn left and stay on the trail along the east side of the river. From here the trail is easy to follow all the way to highway C-470. At highway C-470 find the best path along the rocks under the bridge. From here it's a short distance and you'll meet the C-470 bike path.

Flora & Fauna

Depending on the season, you will see various birds, rodents, and deer along the trail.

Contacts

Shared By:

Scott Hosie

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  3.7 from 3 votes

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in Littleton

#24114

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#1

in Littleton

#1,929

in Colorado

#24,114

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Photos

Just between the Aspens is a Great Blue Heron.
May 18, 2022 near Columbi…, CO
The South Platte River next to the trail.
Apr 8, 2017 near Columbi…, CO
Looking southwest along the S Platte River
Mar 24, 2015 near Columbi…, CO
S Platte River, looking southwest from the E-Trail
Mar 24, 2015 near Columbi…, CO

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May 17, 2022
J Major
Nice, clear and mostly free of other people. Very relaxing — 16h 30m
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