Suggestions for Hiking Trail near Boulder

Heather N. • March 21, 2017A great variety of lovely hikes here. If you're not sure where to start, go to the tiny visitor's center and they will help you choose the perfect hike!

Charles H. • July 11, 2016Great place to enjoy the day. Don't forget water and sunscreen.

Anya R. • November 5, 2016Views are not bad , I'd like to stay there for night views next time

Jamie S. • October 21, 2011great place for a hike or a run. ice cream or sushi afterwards on pearl street.

Amy R. • September 3, 2016Gorgeous view. Take Lions Lair Trail if you want a quieter, easier route up

Christina I. • December 28, 2015Long hike, beautiful views!! Good for a half day hike through the foothills.

Trevor K. • October 6, 2014Great hike and way to spend the decent of Mt. Sanitas. A unmarked by very obvious trail follows the crest of the ridge for great views on both sides.

David C. • August 20, 2011The river next to the trailhead is a great way to cool off after a Lon run

Cheryl F. • May 25, 2023Finally sunshine and clear air! #getoutthere

Anne-Marie M. • July 12, 2013Great place for a night hike around Wonderland Lake. The city lights brighten the night sky.

Guthrie G. • August 26, 2016Fishing, hiking, climbing... Recreation is good here!

Richard K. • October 15, 2013Great little hike. Go up the mountain trail and catch some great views.

Neil Kearney - Boulder Realtor • January 15, 2012For an easy walk do the Bluebell-Baird Trail. For a long walk take the Mesa Trail. For a more strenuous hike that will take 1 to 1.5 hours take the Royal Arch Trail. There are tons of options here.

Nora C. • June 19, 2018So many different trails! Can get busy.

Rich K. • June 28, 2013Stop along the way to see the creek and sculptures

Siobhán • August 25, 2017This was a nice hike for someone not used to hiking with some insane views. The hike does lead through what feels like an enchanted forest from a fairy tale.

*iVy D. • March 5, 2016Nice 3.5mi trail, dogs everywhere. Not a lot of views but well maintained.

Anna S. • October 2, 2016Awesome fall trails. Forest paths lead up to Bear Mtn. summit.

BoulderRunner • February 4, 2012Gregory Canyon is a short diversion from downtown Boulder but yields amazing views within a short distance

Jeremiah O. • February 27, 2017Great views of #Boulder and along the #FrontRange.

Drew F. • March 18, 2012Beautiful views of the Flatirons are all around you. Head up to the top of the mesa for the best look.

Scott S. • August 20, 2014If you're a strong hiker and prefer to do a loop, ascend from the north and follow the sketchy trail around the back (west side). It's easy to pickup the main trail (southern tip) for your way down.

National Wildlife Federation • January 22, 2012Wildlife watch for American Kestrel (Falco sparverius)

BoulderRunner • February 4, 2012One of my favorite areas to run. The trails are amazing

Visit Colorado 360 • August 6, 2011Cool waterfall right off the road. Short walk easy to get to.

Nora C. • April 17, 2022Flat easy walking

Robbi D. • March 9, 2014This is the first weekend I think the north leg if the trail has been open since the September floods. Worth checking out!

Tyson B. • December 4, 2010Awesome views! Fern Canyon route faster but hard, Bear Creek route long but easier.

Danila S. • January 9, 2012Bit slippery last days, be careful.