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Section 16 Loop Trail via Palmer Red Rock Trail in Bear Creek Cañon Park

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 forests, offering a cooler environment and opportunities to observe local wildlife. The descent through Bear Creek Canyon concludes with the soothing sounds of the creek, enhancing the overall hiking experience. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Loop

  • Distance: 5.9 mi
  • Elevation gain: 457 m
  • Maximum elevation: 2,402 m
  • Elevation loss: 451 m
  • Minimum elevation: 2,022 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 6 m
  • Moving speed: 2.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.3 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 13 m
  • Global speed: 2.7 mph

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  • Distance: 5.9 mi
  • Elevation gain: 457 m
  • Maximum elevation: 2,402 m
  • Elevation loss: 451 m
  • Minimum elevation: 2,022 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 6 m
  • Moving speed: 2.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.3 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 13 m
  • Global speed: 2.7 mph

About this trail

Name: Section 16 Loop Trail via Palmer Red Rock Trail in Bear Creek Cañon Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Gold Camp Road, El Paso County, Colorado, 80829, United States (38.82241 -104.89050)

End: Gold Camp Road, El Paso County, Colorado, 80829, United States (38.82184 -104.89086)

Coordinates: 38.81160 -104.91407 38.83178 -104.88956

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Palmer Loop (Section 16 Trail)

United States > Colorado > El Paso County

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

Gear up for your next adventure:

👟Women's Trail Running Shoes - Agile footwear for fell running and technical trails
🔦Waterproof LED Headlamps - Hands-free lighting for evening treks and emergency navigation
🧺Ultralight Dry Bags - Organize and waterproof your gear inside your rucksack
🔋Rechargeable Batteries - Eco-friendly power for headlamps and older GPS units
🎒Backpack Rain Covers - Universal waterproof covers to protect your gear from downpours

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