Suggestions for Hiking Trail near Boulder

Daniel E. • October 26, 2014Great mountain views. Multiple trails. Helpful people in the Ranger Station. Spectacular scenery.

Krista V. • May 12, 2015Great hiking trails! Get out there early in the day to beat the crowds. I recommend the Royal Arch Trail for a tough but totally rewarding hike!

Daniel S. • January 14, 2012Great view of the Rockies, and only a 90 minute hike from downtown!

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

Ryan S. • October 14, 2017Great trails and views of the Flatirons and Boulder Valley.

Doug W. • November 26, 2016Northern access to the South Boulder Creek Trail. Nice mellow hike. This trailhead gets crowded, you can also access it from the other end off Marshall Rd.

Aga W. • May 3, 2014Easy and short hike.

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.

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.

Josh M. • September 3, 2013Bring lots of free time, this place is paradise and I was sad to leave before exploring it all!

Eugene W. • December 1, 2014Hardcore trail running or leisurely stroll, either are great at Chautauqua. Mara and James (from Uncommon Stock) have hiking meetings here all the time.

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

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

Josh A. • April 29, 2017Relatively easy though a little steep. Well groomed trail. Beautiful view and forest. Lots of cute dogs.

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

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

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

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.

Jeremiah O. • February 27, 2017Great trails that meander through forests, grasslands, and mixed conifer-grassland. Access to the #Flatirons and other #FrontRange hiking trails.

Francis K. • May 12, 2013tip: cyclists riding uphill have right of way. cyclists yield to all others (hikers, runners, equestrian's, yeti's, etc)

Brownstone Living NYC • September 12, 2016Good place to clear your mind.

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

Ming-Lien L. • October 26, 2013Great trails for a walk or run!

Will H. • January 7, 2013Highest peak of Boulder's Front Range at 8,461 ft! Strenuous and rocky up Fern Canyon Trail, moderate but longer path down Bear Canyon Trail.

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