El Paso County trails

The Section 16 Loop Trail via the Palmer Red Rock Trail in Bear Creek Cañon Park offers hikers a diverse experience, beginning with exposed red rock formations that provide expansive views of the surrounding canyons and the Front Range peaks. As the trail ascends, it transitions into shaded ponderosa pine…

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 457 m • Maximum elevation: 2,402 m

The St. Mary’s Falls Trail in Pike National Forest offers a rewarding hike through North Cheyenne Canyon. Beginning on a closed section of Gold Camp Road, the route passes through a mix of aspen and pine forests, offering views of small waterfalls and a flowing creek along the way. The final stretch involves…

Distance: 6.5 mi • Elevation gain: 461 m • Maximum elevation: 2,720 m

The Mesa, Greenlee, and Red Rock Canyon Trails Loop in Colorado Springs offers a pleasant hike through Red Rock Canyon Open Space, combining gentle inclines and peaceful scenery. The trail features expansive views of Garden of the Gods, a tranquil pond, and unique sandstone formations shaped by historic…

Distance: 1.8 mi • Elevation gain: 69 m • Maximum elevation: 1,941 m

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 15 m • Maximum elevation: 1,856 m

The Incline is a thrilling challenge that gains about 2,000 feet in just a mile. As you ascend, you'll navigate steep steps and rugged terrain, but the panoramic views of Colorado Springs from the top are absolutely breathtaking and make every hard-earned step worth it. The descent via Barr Trail offers a…

Distance: 4.3 mi • Elevation gain: 624 m • Maximum elevation: 2,613 m

Distance: 0.5 mi • Elevation gain: 35 m • Maximum elevation: 2,088 m

Manitou Section 16 Open Space. Pike National Forest. Bear Creek Cañon Park. #Hiking #MTB #Loop #Mountain #Forest #River #Nature

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 455 m • Maximum elevation: 2,399 m

North Cheyenne Cañon Park. North Cheyenne Creek. #Hiking #Canyon #River #Forest #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 287 m • Maximum elevation: 2,575 m

Pike National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 593 m • Maximum elevation: 2,611 m

Loop hike through the Garden of the Gods Park via Kissing Camels, White Rock, North Gateway Rock, Sleeping Giant, Gray Rock, Three Graces, South Gateway Rock, Siamese Twins #Hiking #Loop #Park #Nature #Rock #Forest

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 232 m • Maximum elevation: 2,017 m

Loop hike through Red Rock Canyon Open Space via Contemplative Trail, Roundup Trail, Mesa Trail, Greenlee Trail, Quarry Pass Trail, Lyons Sandstone Quarry and Red Rock Canyon Trail. #Hiking #Loop #Rock #Nature #Canyon #Forest

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 203 m • Maximum elevation: 2,009 m

Afternoon Mountain Bike Ride

Distance: 6.1 mi • Elevation gain: 479 m • Maximum elevation: 2,267 m

Hiking

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 358 m • Maximum elevation: 1,799 m

Walked the trail

Distance: 0.8 mi • Elevation gain: 55 m • Maximum elevation: 1,995 m

North Cheyenne Canyon Park

Distance: 6.0 mi • Elevation gain: 481 m • Maximum elevation: 2,253 m

Distance: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 82 m • Maximum elevation: 2,032 m

Chamberlain Trail

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 82 m • Maximum elevation: 1,967 m