Jeff Dorman
Best Dog Friendly Hikes In Colorado – Our trail dog, Francine, helped us compile this extensive and growing list of places to walk your dog near Denver. Here you will find more than 30 ways to explore with your best friends. So bring your pooch and enjoy the mountains, meadows, rivers and wildflowers with your dog. Be sure to visit our Top 10 Dog Friendly Hikes page to find our favorite hikes. You’ll also find a map below with pins indicating the locations of the full set. Finally, don’t forget to bring water and snacks for your four-legged friend. We are constantly updating this list and you will find the latest route information at the top.
Parking is easy. Gentle elevation. Three kilometers round. And mountain towns? The Mayflower Canyon Trail offers you all of this and an incredibly beautiful valley. Best of all, the trip is great for families, especially if you’re interested in the Old West. The wide canyon invites visitors to stop and explore the rim…
Best Dog Friendly Hikes In Colorado
One aspect of the Beaver Creek Trail hike that appeals to a variety of abilities and interests is that it is easily repaired. Need a short walk to clear your mind? First go to Vista and walk around. Are you ready to take on the challenge of getting healthy and staying sane? Continuing to the highest point on the trail, this post explains…
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Eleven Mile State Park feels like the proverbial “hidden in plain sight” gem. Located on Highway 24 between Colorado Springs and Buena Vista, this loop offers hikers an extraordinary view. Walking along 3.5 miles of trails, you can enjoy a great buffet of Colorado’s great outdoors: aspens and evergreen forests, birds, rocky hills, mountain views…
California may have Yosemite, but Colorado has Indian Valley. In the middle of this wilderness will find a breathtaking view – Mirror Lake and Crater Lake, with the impressive Lone Eagle Peak carefully waiting for them. Indian Peaks have long been considered iconic mountains, providing hikers with a constant stream of great photography, wildflowers and “look at those moments!” from the…
Manitou Section 16 Open Space is located between Manitou Springs to the west and Colorado Springs to the east, with Red Rock Canyon Open Space to the north and adjacent to Highway 24. Both systems are connected to two other area parks, creating a large trail complex that travelers of all ages and abilities will enjoy. This way…
Indian Creek Trail Tucked away outside of Sedalia, Colorado, less than an hour’s drive from Denver, you’ll find a trailhead that leads to the larger inland trail system that leads to Colorado Trail Colorado Trail, Roxborough State Park And the Nelson wrench connects to the open. space You can come up with different arrangements that await your creativity… and patience! Indian River Campground…
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Manitou Lake near Colorado Springs offers an easy and pleasant trail around the lake with views of Pikes Peak. It is also a great place for fishing and boating on 5 acres of water. Nearby camping options are described below. Explore a complete overview of Lake Manitou hiking below with trail maps, driving directions, camping information, and more. Footprint Image: Manito…
The Chautauqua Trail is an easy, 3.6-mile loop trail along the Boulder Flatiron. The trails pass through the meadows and ponderosa forests of Chautauqua Park, passing many historic sites: mines, cabins, refuges and ski areas. The Chautauqua Loop Hike, about 40 minutes outside of Denver, is a great hike for hikers looking for scenic …
An easy 1-mile hike to the summit of Mount Cutler in Colorado Springs with views of seven falls, the Cheyenne Canyon system, and panoramic views, making this hike a great choice for visiting friends and family. With a round-trip distance of just 2 miles and less than 500 feet of elevation gain, this hike offers…
The South Mesa Trail in Boulder, Colorado winds through the desert at the foot of the famous Flatirons. Hike the 4.1-mile loop or 8.4-mile round trip through pine forests, emerald dunes, and flower-filled meadows. Explore the Mesa Trail’s full introduction to the southern portion of our top dog-friendly hikes near Denver. Travel photo:…
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Fallen Timbers Loop is an easy 2-mile hike near Colorado Springs with views of Pikes Peak. This hike in Fox Run Regional Park is shaded by ponderosa pines and has a nearby playground, making it a great family outing. Explore the complete running profile with route maps, directions and directions. Path Image: Falling…
Ute Valley Park, located in the heart of northern Colorado Springs, offers an easy 3-mile loop hike with views of the snow-capped Pikes Peak. With these routes you can get away from the city and go for a walk or walk with your dog. Get route details, maps and driving directions in our complete route profile. Trail Snapshot: Ute Valley Park Travel Distance 2.5…
The Santa Fe Regional Trail begins in Palmer Lake, Colorado, about an hour south of Denver. This is an easy trail that follows the old Santa Fe Railroad for 17 miles from Palmer Lake to Colorado Springs. Explore our full Santa Fe area hiking profile below for trail maps, driving directions, and more tips and details…
The Eagles View Loop hike in Reynolds Park is a gentle 4-mile loop with beautiful scenery. The trail winds through sagebrush and ponderosa forests, offering views of Pikes Peak and the crests and peaks of the Rampart Mountains. Explore the Reynolds Park Eagle View Loop hiking profile below with trail maps, driving directions and more…
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Red Rock Canyon Open Space, located a few miles west of Colorado Springs, offers miles of easy hikes with views of Pikes Peak to the west and Garden of the Gods to the north with multiple mountain views. There are two dog-friendly trails in the park, and many other trails can be used and shared by hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers. check…
Hikers on the Crags Trail hike 2 miles, gradually reaching the dramatic granite summit on the Pikes Peak Couloir for views of snow-capped peaks. Cliff Mountain is a rapid stream perfect for families and out-of-town guests, with mountain cliffs blooming with summer wildflowers. Explore the full Craigslist driving profile below for route maps, driving directions…
Harstiff Falls is a small slab waterfall located 45 minutes from Colorado Springs on the west side of Pikes Peak. Harstiff Falls Trail requires an easy 1.4 mile hike (one way) to reach the falls. This hike, along with nearby Pancake Rocks, is a great fall hike, and you can also take in the scenery past the waterfalls to see the golden aspens of the Colorado Front Range…
Lost Lake is a 4 mile hike to a beautiful alpine lake surrounded by the Indian Mountains. Just an hour northwest of Denver, the trail to Lost Lake takes you along Middle Boulder Creek, home to slides, waterfalls, and the variety of wildflowers that adorn Denver’s borders.
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The Shanahan Ridge Loop Hike is an easy 4-mile lollipop loop that overlooks beautiful viewpoints on the Flatiron Shanahan Ridge in Boulder, Colorado. Explore the complete Shanahan Ridge Loop Hike guide below for trail maps, driving directions, and other tips and details to help you enjoy your hike in Boulder. Trail Snapshot: Shanahan Ridge Loop Trail in Boulder, Colorado…
Ridgeline Open Space is located in the Meadows residential area of Castle Rock. This network of more than 13 miles of trails meanders through high meadows and oak groves with the snow-capped peaks of the Front Range in the distance in the background. Take a walk or bike ride for a quick escape from the work week. Explore the full view of Ridgeline Open Space Hiking…
The Bear Canyon Loop Hike near Boulder, Colorado is a beautiful trail that passes wide open spaces and meadows at the National Center for Atmospheric Research. The Bear Canyon Loop is a relatively easy 3.3 mile loop that offers some of the best views of the Boulder Flatirons. Explore the full view of the NCAR Bear Canyon Loop hike below for trail maps,…
Beaver Loop is a 2.3-mile hike in Golden Gate Canyon State Park that offers views of the snow-capped Rocky Mountains to the west. Add a short section across the slough pond to complete the 3 mile hike. Explore a trail profile and get trail maps, driving directions and hiking tips in Golden, Colorado: Trail Snapshot: Beaver Loop at …
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Windy Peak is the highest elevation in Golden Gate Canyon State Park. This moderate and challenging 6.4-mile hike follows a muddy water creek, through lush meadows full of wildflowers, and offers views of the snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the west. Explore the complete Windy Peak Hike profile with trail maps, driving directions, and more…
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