Calhan, Colorado
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Calhan
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
Hike the Seven Bridges Trail
4.04.75 mi / 1600 ft gainFollow North Cheyenne Creek through the canyon as it forms several cascades along the way. Due to water levels, spring is an especially good time for this hike. Most turn around just past the seventh bridge, where the trail starts to disappear.Read more -
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Hike to St. Mary's Falls
3.63.2 miFrom the parking area, follow the trail as it heads up towards the falls. The last mile, in particular, makes for a decent uphill challenge. This hike and waterfall are great for showing family and friends.Read more -
Castle Rock, Colorado
Run the Challenge Hill
5.00.6 mi / 200 ft gainThe Basics: The Challenge Hill, or as I like to call it, the Mini-Incline, is a shrunken version of its big brother to the south in Manitou. However, don't let its relatively small 200 stair count fool you - this hill is a serious workout! Located in Philip S. Miller Park, just one minute off I-2...Read more -
El Paso County, Colorado
Hike to the top of Castle Rock
5.02 mi / 800 ft gainThe Basics: If you've never been to Green Mountain Falls, you're missing out! This tiny mountain hamlet, just off Hwy 24 before Woodland Park, hosts a vibrant collection of local shops and eateries around its community lake. It is also home to many lesser-known hiking trails, including the H.B. W...Read more -
Green Mountain Falls, Colorado
Hike Crystal Falls Trail to Crystal Creek Reservoir
5.25 mi / 1750 ft gainThe Basics: The little town of Green Mountain Falls often gets overlooked as motorists speed up Highway 24 to Woodland Park and beyond. However, big hiking opportunities abound here. The town probably has as many miles of hiking trails as it has miles of paved roads! Being on the base of Pikes Pe...Read more -
Woodland Park, Colorado
Lovell Gulch Trail
5.22 mi / 814 ft gainLovell Gulch Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Woodland Park, Colorado.Read more -
Woodland Park, Colorado
Lowell Gulch Upper and Lower Ridge Trail
4.04.45 mi / 719 ft gainLowell Gulch Upper and Lower Ridge Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Woodland Park, Colorado.Read more -
Manitou Springs, Colorado
Hike to Mt. Rosa
4.83.7 mi / 1322 ft gainTo get to the trailhead start on Old Stage Rd. After 11 miles turn right onto Forest Service Rd 379. This is a 4WD road. A small/large SUV, or truck should do the trick, nothing too crazy though. Drive on FS 379 for 1.5 miles until you come to an open field on the right known as Frosty Park. Ther...Read more -
Woodland Park, Colorado
Red Rocks at Woodland Park
4.31 mi / 100 ft gainIn Woodland Park driving on HWY 24 towards Divide, you will see signs for HWY 67 which is where you'll need to get to. The Road will fork towards the end of town (left being 24 towards Divide, Right being 67). Stay right at the fork onto 67. You will then drive about 2 miles until you see a sign ...Read more -
El Paso County, Colorado
Summit Pikes Peak via the Devils Playground Trail
3.05.5 mi / 1348 ft gainThis portion of a trek to the Pikes Peak begins about 13,000 feet. From the parking lot walk across the road back to the Northeast side and look for the hikers trail that begins by paralleling the road. By hiking this path you will have the time to enjoy the amazing views of the mountain range a...Read more -
Divide, Colorado
Summit The Crags
4.67.9 mi / 1379 ft gainAs you drive past Mueller state park (on the right), about 1/4 mile down the road you will see a small wooden sign for "The Crags" You will take a left there and follow the road about 1.5 miles, past the first stop, which is the Raspberry Mountain Trailhead, until you come to a fork in the road a...Read more -
Sedalia, Colorado
Hike Devils Head Fire Lookout
4.72.8 mi / 951 ft gainThis is one of my favorite hikes near Denver and the lookout itself is over 100 years old! On the road to the trailhead there are many spots for camping and other activities.From Sedalia, CO head down Highway 67 for about 10 miles. Turn south onto Rampart Range Rd and continue for about 9.5 miles...Read more -
Lone Tree, Colorado
Hike Bluffs Regional Park Trail
2.7 mi / 200 ft gainThis loop trail is 2.7 miles long but has several options for overlooks that add 0.8 miles to the trip. This is an easy hike with minimal elevation gain and is a great option for the whole family. Every time I've done this hike I've seen numerous deer which only adds to the hike!Read more -
Divide, Colorado
Hike to Raspberry Mountain
5.05.2 mi / 900 ft gainTake US-24 west and turn left at traffic light in Divide. Drive south on US-67 for about 4 miles. Turn left to CR-62 right after you pass the entrance to Mueller State park on the right. Drive about a mile on the dirt road and you will see the new trailhead parking lot on the left side.Once you p...Read more -
Divide, Colorado
Pikes Peak National Forest Trail 375/375B
3.91 mi / 289 ft gainPikes Peak National Forest Trail 375/375B is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Divide, Colorado.Read more -
Teller County, Colorado
Backpack to the Abandoned Skagway Power Plant and Ghost Town
3.510 mi / 1000 ft gainConstruction of the Skagway Plant began in 1899 and was complete in 1901. In 1965, 15 days of rain brought floods washing out a lot of the pipeline and other infrastructure. Fixing the power plant didn’t make sense and funds weren’t in place. The land was reverted to the government. The hike b...Read more