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A steep hike with great views of Denver and the Rocky Mountains.


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1.7

Miles

2.8

KM

Point to Point

7,880' 2,402 m

High

5,914' 1,803 m

Low

1,965' 599 m

Up

0' 0 m

Down

22%

Avg Grade (12°)

62%

Max Grade (32°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Views · Wildflowers

No bikes or horses are allowed on this trail.

Description

The trail begins a ways north of Entrance #4 to Red Rocks Amphitheater. This is the west entrance off of Bear Creek Road near the intersection with Titans Road. The unofficial trailhead features a sign noting that this trail is, For hiking only.

The trail starts steep for the first 0.5 miles, alongside some powerline poles. The trail itself is very rocky and is singletrack the entire way. It levels out for a bit of a break but then goes back to a steep incline. At this point, you should still be hiking. However, about 0.25 miles from the top, you start rock scrambling.

From the top, experience the gorgeous views of Mt. Evans to the west and the city of Denver to the east.

Flora & Fauna

Pretty wildflowers in the spring.

Contacts

Shared By:

Dylan Pradas

Trail Ratings

  4.2 from 20 votes

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in Red Rocks

#636

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#1

in Red Rocks

#113

in Colorado

#636

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Photos

View from the Summit.
Aug 13, 2016 near Morrison, CO
View of rock scramble near the top.
Jan 20, 2019 near Morrison, CO
Some of the rock scramble near the top.
Aug 28, 2021 near Morrison, CO
Easy Class 3 section near the summit.
Aug 28, 2021 near Morrison, CO
Mount Evans range from the summit.
Aug 28, 2021 near Morrison, CO
Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Denver in background.
Jan 20, 2019 near Morrison, CO

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