Apex Trail
Trail
2.8 mile
4.5 kilometer
point to point
Intermediate/Difficult
Elevation
Ascent:
0'
0 m
Descent: -1,319' -402 m
High: 7,488' 2,282 m
Low: 6,169' 1,880 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 9% (5°)
Max Grade: 31% (17°)
Dogs
Leashed
Weather
Minor Issues
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“A continuous ascent through a rocky and rugged valley.”
— Benjamin PontecorvoFeatures Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife
Bicycle direction changes daily - take note to anticipate fast moving downhill bike traffic.
Description
Apex Trail is the main trail connecting many of the Apex Park trails. You can start on the west (top) end off of Lookout Mountain Road or from the east (bottom) off of the Heritage Park parking lot, depending on the day.
It's a steep ascent as you work your way up this one. It's steep enough to get your heart rate up, and characteristics like water bars and large rocks keep it interesting. The way back is similar and can be hard on the knees. You'll be encompassed in a rugged valley for most of the duration of the trail.
It's a steep ascent as you work your way up this one. It's steep enough to get your heart rate up, and characteristics like water bars and large rocks keep it interesting. The way back is similar and can be hard on the knees. You'll be encompassed in a rugged valley for most of the duration of the trail.
Contacts
Land Manager: Jefferson County, CO - Open Space Dept.
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Mar 9, 2018
Franco Brockelman
Really fun with Carolyn. Enchanted forest was too icy. Met an old man who was 80 and told us about a lot of places. Yay!
5mi
Mar 21, 2017
Garth Lamson
I just discovered this area. If you are bothered by bikes, skip it. But it is a great hike. Enchanted forest is outstanding.
10mi
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