Estes Park, Colorado
Looking for the best hiking in Estes Park? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Estes Park. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Hiking Spots in and near Estes Park
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Grand Lake, Colorado
Doe Creek Trail
7.13 mi / 1617 ft gainDoe Creek Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Granby, Colorado.Read more -
Bellvue, Colorado
Trail Run the Hewlett Gulch Trail
5.08.5 mi / 800 ft gainHewlett Gulch Trailhead is located about 20 minutes from Fort Collins and offers easy hiking in the Poudre Canyon.From Fort Collins, take 287 to Ted's Place. Take a left onto CO 14 and follow 14 through the canyon just past Poudre Park where you see the trailhead sign. Turn left onto the road tha...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Hogback Ridge Trail
2.85 mi / 830 ft gainHogback Ridge Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Manitou Springs, Colorado.Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Catch the Sunrise on Sugarloaf
4.51 mi / 400 ft gainTo get there from downtown Boulder, head west on CO 119 and almost 4.5 miles after you have left Boulder, turn right onto Sugarloaf Road. 4 miles after the turn from CO 119, turn right onto Sugarloaf Mountain road (located at the top of the road). If the road starts descending, you've gone too fa...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Foothills Trail to Wonderland Lake Loop Trail
2.93 mi / 223 ft gainFoothills Trail to Wonderland Lake Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Boulder, Colorado.Read more -
Bellvue, Colorado
Climb Greyrock Mountain
5.07.1 mi / 3000 ft gainThe main trail begins at the Cache La Poudre river on the Poudre Canyon Highway about 30 minutes from Fort Collins. After about .75 miles the trail splits. To go left on Greyrock Meadows trail adds 2 miles to your trip and provides excellent views of Greyrock Mountain and Meadows from the south, ...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Hike the Eagle Sage Loop
4.33.75 mi / 205 ft gainThis is a great trail if you are in the Boulder area and want something fairly easy or quick. This 3.75 loop can be hiked in about an hour and a half since it is fairly flat. The elevation gain is minimal. You start out at the Eagle Trailhead located west of the Boulder Reservoir.Start out at the...Read more -
Fort Collins, Colorado
Hike the North Loop via Foothills Trail
5.06.5 mi / 700 ft gainDespite its singular name, the Foothills Trail in Fort Collins is an interconnected series of trails that follows the ridges and hogsbacks which comprise the majority of the eastern side of the Horsetooth Reservoir. The trail can be accessed at several points along its length (by trails also call...Read more -
Fort Collins, Colorado
Fat Tire Bike the Foothills Trail
5.08.5 mi / 1000 ft gainThe Reservoir Ridge and Foothills trail system around Horsetooth Reservoir and Fort Collins is excellent for mountain biking, trail running, and hiking. During the winter it is particularly great for fat tire mountain biking, and the Foothills Trail is one of the best. The trail itself is roughly...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Wonderland Lake Trail
5.01.85 mi / 98 ft gainWonderland Lake Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Boulder, Colorado.Read more -
Nederland, Colorado
Hike to Columbine Lake
5.07 mi / 1200 ft gainThe hike is about seven miles, give or take, however it feels longer. The elevation gain is little over 1000 feet. The drive here is about 45 minutes from both Granby and Winter Park, and is definitely worth it. You follow a trail dusted with wildflowers for the majority of the hike, and occasio...Read more -
Laporte, Colorado
Hike the Bellvue Dome
2.81.75 mi / 600 ft gainThe Bellvue Dome, known locally as "Goat Hill", was created by the same geological forces that made the Rocky Mountains, but what makes this structure unique is its shape, the steep cliff on its western edge carved by the Cache la Poudre River at the base, and its prominent location dominating th...Read more -
Nederland, Colorado
Explore Boulder Falls, CO
4.20.1 miWhile the narrow trail is often popular, it's only 100 yards to see this 70-ft tall waterfall, set against a beautiful canyon backdrop. Keep in mind there's no climbing allowed on or around the falls. It is also a good idea to check if the trail is closed for maintenance, ahead of time.Read more -
Bellvue, Colorado
Hike the Black Powder Trail
1.5 mi / 450 ft gainThe Gateway Natural Area, part of the City of Fort Collins public lands system, is a wonderful (and close to the city) place to begin exploring the many outdoor assets and activities found in the greater Fort Collins area. The Black Powder Trail is a relatively easy, well-marked 1.5 mile out and ...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Mountain Bike the Betasso Preserve
4.03.3 mi / 564 ft gainThe Betasso Preserve features two loop trails that are accessible to both hikers and mountain bikers. Drive up (west) Boulder Canyon about 15 minutes outside of Boulder and turn right (north) on Sugarloaf Dr. After another 5 or so minutes you'll see a sign on the right-hand (northeast) side of...Read more -
Nederland, Colorado
Backpack to Caribou Lake
4.08.2 miThis is one of the most beautiful hikes I have ever done in Colorado. It is a great trip for photographers, fisherman or anyone who enjoys mountain views, forests filled with wildlife and peaceful meadows. Distances: Arapaho Pass: 3.2 miles, Caribou Lake: 4.2 miles, Caribou Pass: 6.4 miles, Meado...Read more