Loveland, Colorado
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Loveland
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Allenspark, Colorado
Hike to Verna, Spirit, Fourth, and Fifth Lakes
19 mi / 2460 ft gainThis summer backpacking trip provides plenty of opportunities for exploration and endless moments to take in awe-inspiring scenery. On our visit, after setting up camp at the Lake Verna backcountry site, I quickly made my way to the next lake (Spirit Lake) to photograph the sunset. The symmetry a...Read more -
Allenspark, Colorado
Hike to Spirit Lake
15.8 mi / 2000 ft gainOne can reach spirit lake as a day hike, however it is most often visited as part of backpacking trip. Either way the route is the same and it starts at the East Inlet trail. To park you are supposed to pay or show your park/national lands pass. From the East Inlet trailhead you will soon pass Ad...Read more -
Allenspark, Colorado
Hike to Adams Falls
4.81 mi / 113 ft gainAdams Falls is one of the most popular hikes in the Grand Lake area, and one of the easiest. If you are just hiking to the falls, you will not need to bring much with you besides a camera, due to the distance. If you plan to venture past the falls, pack accordingly. Once you park in the trail...Read more -
Allenspark, Colorado
Hike to Lone Pine Lake (Grand Lake, CO)
5.010.44 mi / 1494 ft gainStarting at the East Inlet Trailhead, with an elevation of 8,391 feet, the trail is on a nice dirt path and you're immediately greeted with the sight of Adams Falls on your right, just 0.3 miles in. After continuing on after Adams Falls, the next 1.5 miles lead you out into the sunlight with brea...Read more -
Allenspark, Colorado
Backpack to Lake Verna
5.013.5 mi / 2500 ft gainWant to get away it from it all and enjoy some high alpine lakes? The East Inlet Trail is just outside Grand Lake, on the westside of Rocky Mountain National Park, 2.35 miles east of Highway 34 on West Portal Road. From the trailhead, one can access 8 different campsites. The campsites are as ...Read more -
Wellington, Colorado
Hike the Mahogany Loop Trail at Soapstone Prairie Natural Area
7.4 mi / 330 ft gainTo get to Soapstone Prairie from Fort Collins, take Highway 287 north out of town, then turn right onto Highway 1. Continue on Highway 1 until it meets with County Road 15. Take County Road 15 north all the way to Rawhide Flats Road, which leads directly into Soapstone Prairie. As you begin to ap...Read more -
Grand Lake, Colorado
Hike to Cascade Falls, Rocky Mountain NP
5.06.8 mi / 425 ft gainCascade Falls is accessed through the North Inlet Trail on the western side of Rocky Mountain National Park. The trailhead, North Inlet Trailhead, is north of the main town area of Grand Lake. Parking at the trailhead is limited, so hikers can also park along the road leading to the trailhead. Th...Read more -
Grand Lake, Colorado
Backpack the CDT Loop in Rocky Mountain NP
24.3 mi / 4000 ft gainThis section of the CDT begins at the North Inlet trailhead, located on the western side of Rocky Mountain National Park. The trailhead is north of the main town area of Grand Lake. Parking at the trailhead is limited, so hikers can also park along the road leading to the trailhead. The hike foll...Read more -
Nederland, Colorado
Upper Diamond Lake via Fourth of July Trailhead
4.88.12 mi / 2037 ft gainThe trail begins at the 4th of July trailhead, which is located near the Eldora ski area and can be crowded during the summer and weekends. The road is rough in places but passable by any car when dry. From the parking area begin hiking the Arapaho pass trail, which will gently gain elevation thr...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 -
Nederland, Colorado
Hike the Arapaho Traverse
8.3 mi / 3500 ft gainBegin at the Fourth of July Trailhead. Day parking is free and overnight parking is $5. Fourth of July is a popular trailhead and to ensure parking, you should arrive early in the morning (6am-ish... cause, I mean, you gotta 7 hour day in front of you). Follow the Fourth of July trail from the ...Read more -
Nederland, Colorado
Hike to Diamond Lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness
5.05.7 mi / 1361 ft gainDiamond Lake is located in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. This is a super popular destination, so make sure you arrive early to get a parking spot (and be sure to follow all parking rules, they do give out tickets at this trailhead and others nearby). The drive to the trailhead is about 4 miles dow...Read more -
Nederland, Colorado
Hike to Arapaho Pass and Lake Dorothy
4.37.5 mi / 2080 ft gainBegin by parking at the 4th of July trailhead. This can be reached by conituing past the Eldora ski area and up a rough but passable (for all vehicles) gravel road to the trailhead. The trail is easy to find, and will continue to rise for the next 1.15 miles.At just over a mile there is a fork fo...Read more -
Nederland, Colorado
Hike South Araphaho Peak
5.08 mi / 2533 ft gainStart your hike at the 4th of July Trailhead, just outside of Eldora, CO. From the trailhead at the north end of the parking lot, steadily climb through the trees until a junction at 1 mile. Take the right fork towards Arapaho pass.You'll start to climb above treeline, with spectacular views of t...Read more -
Granby, Colorado
Mirror and Crater Lakes via Cascade Creek Trail
4.614.94 mi / 2421 ft gainStart at the Monarch Lake trailhead (where there is a $5 parking fee unless you have one of the national lands passes) and follow the cascade creek trail around the north side of the lake. After about 1.5 miles the trail splits with the Arapaho pass trail, follow the cascade trail to the left as ...Read more -
Grand Lake, United States
Hike to Timber Lake
4.59.6 mi / 2050 ft gainI love Timber Lake! I never see that many people on the trail and I can't figure out why. The hike starts at the Timber Lake trailhead and climbs gradually through Pine and Aspen trees on the way up. We saw a few elk on the way up that didn't seem to be bothered by our presence. We also started h...Read more