This natural rock arch features panoramic views of Boulder and straddles two drainages. From the arch, you'll have vast views both north and south along the Front Range.
Half-Day Hike: Royal Arch is accessed via a ~3.5 mile roundtrip hike. Follow the directions for Royal Arch.
Family Friendly: Kids will be in awe of this cool arch. They'll love clambering on it as well as the views it offers!
Gem Type: Geologic Feature
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5.7 mi
9.2 km
Bear Peak
Boulder, CO
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5.7 mi 9.2 km | Boulder, CO |
Bad / Closed
Update
The Bear Canyon trail is closed through November 2018 but Fern Canyon is open.
93 days ago
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75
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5.3 mi
8.5 km
Sunshine Lion's Lair Loop
Boulder, CO
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5.3 mi 8.5 km | Boulder, CO |
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76
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7.6 mi
12.3 km
Walker Ranch
Coal Creek, CO
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7.6 mi 12.3 km | Coal Creek, CO |
Minor Issues
Update
Snowy, Icy - 4/7 miles are dry but the shady sections still have some snow and ice
5 days ago
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93
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3.3 mi
5.3 km
Royal Arch
Boulder, CO
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3.3 mi 5.3 km | Boulder, CO |
Minor Issues
Update
Icy - Was able to get through without spikes but it was a bit sketchy. With spikes, the other guy on the trail had no issues.
17 days ago
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112
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3.2 mi
5.2 km
Mount Sanitas Loop
Boulder, CO
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3.2 mi 5.2 km | Boulder, CO |
All Clear
Update
~20 ft dirt-covered snow on East Ridge segment, easy to avoid by walking on rocks. Also ~30ft mud at top of valley trail.
12 days ago
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84
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16.3 mi
26.2 km
Boulder Skyline Traverse
Superior, CO
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16.3 mi 26.2 km | Superior, CO |
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55
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4.9 mi
7.9 km
Green Mountain via Ranger/Saddle Rock Loop
Boulder, CO
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4.9 mi 7.9 km | Boulder, CO |
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56
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6.9 mi
11.1 km
Mountain Lion Trail
Coal Creek, CO
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6.9 mi 11.1 km | Coal Creek, CO |
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40
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6.7 mi
10.7 km
Betasso Preserve
Boulder, CO
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6.7 mi 10.7 km | Boulder, CO |
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43
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0.6 mi
1.0 km
First-Second Flatiron Trail
Boulder, CO
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0.6 mi 1.0 km | Boulder, CO |
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35
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