Guffey, Colorado
Top Spots in and near Guffey
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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 -
Hartsel, Colorado
Ice Fishing Antero Reservoir
The Antero Reservoir was the first dam built on the South Platte River. The reservoir is best known for its large rainbow trout and rainbow x cutthroat hybrid trout. It's also home to brown trout, snake river cutthroat trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout, and splake.The earth filled Antero Dam wa...Read more -
Woodland Park, Colorado
Ski Pikes Peak
Pikes Peak Toll Road can grant you access to a ton of super accessible backcountry skiing if you have the equipment and knowledge. From roughly Glen Cove up to the summit of the mountain you can access terrain varying from steep chutes off the summit to easy glades in an abandoned ski resort. T...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 -
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 -
Cañon City, Colorado
Hike Tunnel Drive
3.8 mi / 521 ft gainThis 3.8 mile out and back trail is a very easy hike but can have moderate to high foot traffic depending on the season and time of day. I recommend doing this hike early in the morning to not only beat the heat, but to beat the other hikers. What I love about this hike is the chance to see the t...Read more -
Cañon City, Colorado
Hike Temple Canyon
5.01 mi / 400 ft gainTake 1st Ave heading south out of Canon City and you'll come to Temple Canyon Road. You'll take 7 miles of dirt road to Temple Canyon Park. It is free to enter and there is a decent campground there where you can camp for free for up to 14 days. The trail begins at Temple Ridge Campground. The tr...Read more -
Chaffee County, Colorado
Off-Trail Hike of Limestone Ridge
4.09 mi / 1000 ft gainFinding a winter or early spring adventure that won't take you deep into dangerous mountain territory, while still providing epic vistas, is a challenge in Colorado. There are a few 10,000' tall ranges that sometimes escape deep snow, which are inviting for a first step into the alpine wonderland...Read more -
Chaffee County, Colorado
Camp in Browns Canyon Wilderness Study Area
4.0Head toward Nathrop, CO on U.S. High 295. Turn east between mile markers 144 and 145 onto Chaffee County Road 301. Take the road until the pavement runs out and turn right onto Chaffee County Road 300. Drive a couple miles on the road and through the Ruby Mountain campgrounds (paid lots only) unt...Read more -
Woodland Park, Colorado
Climb at Turkey Rocks
5.0Looking for a place to hone your crack climbing technique? Turkey Rocks is the place with some old school ethics and stiff grades. Turkey can be accessed from the town of Westcreek north of Woodland Park. From here, head west on Abbey Road and then south on West Creek Ave. About a mile down t...Read more -
Sedalia, Colorado
Backpack the Lost Creek Loop
33.5 mi / 6200 ft gainLost Creek Wilderness may be my favorite part of Colorado. It contains varied terrain and geography, and is less crowded than most places. This loop will take you through everything the wilderness area has to offer. You will get sweeping panoramas of mountain ranges to the south, as well has m...Read more -
Sedalia, Colorado
Camp at Goose Creek
3.08 mi / 1300 ft gainGoose Creek is a fantastic spot to hike or camp. There is a dirt road leading to the trailhead, and it winds through the mountains and offers a great view of the valley. The dirt road is relatively easy and well-maintained. The burn scar from the Hayman fire is still really evident, so there are ...Read more -
Sedalia, Colorado
Backpack the McCurdy Park Loop
25 mi / 7202 ft gainThe total distance of the loop is a little under 25 miles and you will climb a total of 7202 feet. It can be done as a 3 day backpacking trip as shown below.The LoopDay 1: After Parking in the trail head's parking lot, which fills up quickly on weekends, start down the trail after signing your pe...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 -
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 -
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