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Bear Peak

Hike from National Center for Atmospheric Research to Bear Peak via Table Mountain, N.C.A.R. Trail, Mesa Trail and Fern Canyon Trail in Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks.

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  • Distance: 2.9 mi
  • Elevation gain: 743 m
  • Maximum elevation: 2,543 m
  • Elevation loss: 63 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,855 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 38 m
  • Moving speed: 1.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 6.2 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 13 m
  • Global speed: 1.3 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 2.9 mi
  • Elevation gain: 743 m
  • Maximum elevation: 2,543 m
  • Elevation loss: 63 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,855 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 38 m
  • Moving speed: 1.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 6.2 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 13 m
  • Global speed: 1.3 mph

About this trail

Name: Bear Peak trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: N.C.A.R. Trail, Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado, 80305, United States (39.97850 -105.27564)

End: Fern Canyon Trail, Boulder County, Colorado, 80025, United States (39.96054 -105.29502)

Coordinates: 39.96054 -105.29506 39.97850 -105.27564

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Gear up for your next adventure:

🧼Technical Clothing Wash - Special soap to clean and restore waterproof membranes
🧗Locking Carabiners - Secure gear to your pack or for light technical use
🧢Hiking Hats - Sun and weather protection for outdoor walks
📦Dry Bags - Waterproof bags to protect gear from rain
🎒Replacement Sternum Straps - Repair parts for hiking rucksacks

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