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Hike the Spruce Canyon Trail

Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado

5.0/5
based on 1 reviews

Details

Distance

3.1 miles

Elevation Gain

754 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

Description

Added by The Outbound Collective

Spruce Canyon Trail is a favorite trail of many hikers in Mesa Verde National Park. The Spruce Canyon Trail is a 3 mile out and back trail that features amazing wildflowers, mammals, and birds. The hike is relatively peaceful for being so popular, and features a different hiking experience than the rest of the park. The trees change from small Pines and Junipers to extremely tall Douglas Firs. ​

The Spruce Canyon trail is very well taken care of. The trail begin with a descent into Spruce Tree Canyon and then follows a stream for 3/4 of a mile before climbing a side canyon back up to the ridge. The trailhead is located on the Chapin Mesa within Mesa Verde National Park. The trail is open for use year round. 

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Hike the Spruce Canyon Trail Reviews

On my recent visit to the park only part of this trail could be accessed. The Spruce Tree House was quite impressive even

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