Suggestions for Hiking Trail near Boulder

Greg L. • September 25, 2018Great recommendation near Boulder, everything from easy to difficult trails, great views of the city & the flat irons!

Krista V. • May 12, 2015Great hiking trails! Get out there early in the day to beat the crowds. I recommend the Royal Arch Trail for a tough but totally rewarding hike!

Daniel S. • January 14, 2012Great view of the Rockies, and only a 90 minute hike from downtown!

Julie H. • July 21, 2015Steep climb, great workout, get there early

Trevor K. • October 6, 2014Great hike and way to spend the decent of Mt. Sanitas. A unmarked by very obvious trail follows the crest of the ridge for great views on both sides.

Anya R. • November 5, 2016Views are not bad , I'd like to stay there for night views next time

Christina I. • December 28, 2015Long hike, beautiful views!! Good for a half day hike through the foothills.

Doug W. • November 26, 2016Northern access to the South Boulder Creek Trail. Nice mellow hike. This trailhead gets crowded, you can also access it from the other end off Marshall Rd.

Cheryl F. • May 17, 2023Hello sunshine ☀️#getoutthere

Anne-Marie M. • July 12, 2013Great place for a night hike around Wonderland Lake. The city lights brighten the night sky.

Guthrie G. • August 26, 2016Fishing, hiking, climbing... Recreation is good here!

B P. • January 6, 2015Nice trails to walk with great views of Boulder and Denver the higher you go. Nice date spot to watch the sun set.

Josh A. • April 29, 2017Relatively easy though a little steep. Well groomed trail. Beautiful view and forest. Lots of cute dogs.

BoulderRunner • February 4, 2012The small Weather Loop trail, Walter Orr Roberts Nature Trail at NCAR features a system of signs describing weather phenomena along with a great view of the foothills and of Boulder itself.

Richard K. • October 15, 2013Great little hike. Go up the mountain trail and catch some great views.

Rich K. • June 28, 2013Stop along the way to see the creek and sculptures

*iVy D. • March 5, 2016Nice 3.5mi trail, dogs everywhere. Not a lot of views but well maintained.

Anna S. • October 2, 2016Awesome fall trails. Forest paths lead up to Bear Mtn. summit.

Brownstone Living NYC • September 12, 2016Good place to clear your mind.

Scott S. • August 20, 2014If you're a strong hiker and prefer to do a loop, ascend from the north and follow the sketchy trail around the back (west side). It's easy to pickup the main trail (southern tip) for your way down.

Jeremiah O. • February 27, 2017Great trails that meander through forests, grasslands, and mixed conifer-grassland. Access to the #Flatirons and other #FrontRange hiking trails.

Francis K. • May 12, 2013tip: cyclists riding uphill have right of way. cyclists yield to all others (hikers, runners, equestrian's, yeti's, etc)

BoulderRunner • February 4, 2012One of my favorite areas to run. The trails are amazing

Visit Colorado 360 • August 6, 2011Cool waterfall right off the road. Short walk easy to get to.

Nate E. • July 3, 2010Be prepared for a strenuous hike. Ridge trail is easiest way up.

National Wildlife Federation • March 16, 2011Take a moment to connect with nature and wildlife watch. Bird, mammals, plants and more...

Ming-Lien L. • October 26, 2013Great trails for a walk or run!

Danila S. • January 9, 2012Bit slippery last days, be careful.