Looking for hiking trails with lakes near Denver, Colorado? With over two thousand lakes throughout Colorado, you can fill every weekend with a new expedition.
Pitkin aspen grove. Photo: trevorklatko Thanks to a varied topography and the highest average elevation in the nation, Colorado provides a one-of-a-kind destination for families and hikers from all over. You can stand on the Earth as high as 14,400 if you’re atop Mount Elbert, our ...
Located in Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods is a relatively short hike in Colorado that’s great for families and any skill level. The National Natural Landmarks began forming millions of years ago as sediment on the bottom of an ancient sea. It is truly one of thebest weekend t...
Review, plan and study trails for hiking in Colorado, chosen by the Backpacker editors. Includes trail notes, maps, GPS coordinates, photos and user comments for each trail.
Looking for hiking trails with lakes near Denver, Colorado? With over two thousand lakes throughout Colorado, you can fill every weekend with a new expedition.
Beautiful hike up through aspen groves and across meadows to Opal Lake. BACKPACKERMagazine Published Sep 19, 2013 Colorado Trails Nederland, CO: Mount Neva Trace a granite-toothed section of the Continental Divide to the rugged Mount Neva on this 9.4-miler through Indian Peaks Wilderness. BAC...
Colorado State Forest State Park Walden This gem is hidden west of Fort Collins and is CBS4 Meteorologist Ashton Altieri's favorite state park. You'll find 71,000 acres of forest with a number of multi-use trails. The park is a great way to getaway and really indulge in fall in Colora...
Best For: Putting in some mileage at a lesser-known Colorado state park Dogs:Leashed This loop takes you on a tour of almost everythingStaunton State Parkhas to offer, from tawny meadows to rolling singletrack through aspen groves and conifer forests, all on well-maintained, soft-dirt paths...
From the bustlingFourth of July trailheadin the Indian Peaks Wilderness, follow the gently winding path through aspen and spruce forest before leaving the valley floor to head up the valley’s south-facing sidewall. About 1.2 miles from the trailhead, bear right at the junction with the Diamond...
and you’ll descend seven miles through the Canyon en route to the Bright Angel Campground at the bottom of the Canyon. Ooh Ah Point, Cedar Ridge, Skeleton Point and "The Tipoff" are some major stops along the trail before you reach the Black Bridge, and cross theColorado River. After ...