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Hiking Trails
Near Nathrop, Colorado

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Regional Classics

Discover the must-do hikes in the area, handpicked and curated by local experts who know the trails best. These routes are beloved for good reason, offering standout scenery, rewarding terrain, and detailed descriptions with tips that tell you exactly what to expect. Whether you are visiting for the first time or are a local doing them on repeat, they offer a reliable and memorable hiking experience.

Mount Princeton

Classic Hike Route

Mount Princeton

Fall Colors
extreme
13.17 mi
+5,230 ft
Breakfast Meats Loop

Classic Hike Route

Breakfast Meats Loop

Views
moderate
6.11 mi
+441 ft
Spaghetti Western Loop

Classic Hike Route

Spaghetti Western Loop

Views
strenuous
3.32 mi
+334 ft
Browns Creek Falls

Classic Hike Route

Browns Creek Falls

Fall Colors
moderate
5.71 mi
+959 ft
Browns Lake

Classic Hike Route

Browns Lake

Commonly Backpacked
strenuous
12.29 mi
+2,413 ft
Mount Antero via Little Browns Creek

Classic Hike Route

Mount Antero via Little Browns Creek

Dogs Allowed
extreme
7.7 mi
+5,242 ft
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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Spaghetti Western Loop

Classic Hike Route

Spaghetti Western Loop

Views
strenuous
3.32 mi
+334 ft
Arkansas River Trail Hike

Hike Route

Arkansas River Trail Hike

Views
easy
1.92 mi
+41 ft
Agnes Vaille Falls

Hike Route

Agnes Vaille Falls

Historical
easy
1.12 mi
+394 ft
Arkansas River Trail - Franz Lake Lollipop

Hike Route

Arkansas River Trail - Franz Lake Lollipop

ADA Accessible
easy
4.18 mi
+74 ft
Rusty Lung - Frontside Loop

Hike Route

Rusty Lung - Frontside Loop

Family Friendly
moderate
4.24 mi
+482 ft
S-Mountain via Backside

Classic Hike Route

S-Mountain via Backside

Historical
moderate
1.89 mi
+485 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Mount Princeton

Classic Hike Route

Mount Princeton

Fall Colors
extreme
13.17 mi
+5,230 ft
Browns Lake

Classic Hike Route

Browns Lake

Commonly Backpacked
strenuous
12.29 mi
+2,413 ft
Colorado Trail: Segment 14

Hike Route

Colorado Trail: Segment 14

Fall Colors
strenuous
20.15 mi
+3,970 ft
Mount Antero West Slopes

Classic Hike Route

Mount Antero West Slopes

Dogs Allowed
strenuous
14.45 mi
+4,952 ft
Colorado Trail: Segment 13

Hike Route

Colorado Trail: Segment 13

Views
extreme
21.89 mi
+4,299 ft
Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak

Classic Hike Route

Mount Shavano and Tabeguache Peak

Fall Colors
strenuous
11.17 mi
+5,413 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Breakfast Meats Loop

Classic Hike Route

Breakfast Meats Loop

Views
moderate
6.11 mi
+441 ft
Browns Creek Falls

Classic Hike Route

Browns Creek Falls

Fall Colors
moderate
5.71 mi
+959 ft
Mount Antero via Little Browns Creek

Classic Hike Route

Mount Antero via Little Browns Creek

Dogs Allowed
extreme
7.7 mi
+5,242 ft
Broken Boyfriend Loop

Classic Hike Route

Broken Boyfriend Loop

Views
strenuous
5.81 mi
+679 ft
Beasway to Rumba Ridge Viewpoint

Hike Route

Beasway to Rumba Ridge Viewpoint

Views
moderate
6.93 mi
+989 ft
Kroenke Lake

Classic Hike Route

Kroenke Lake

Commonly Backpacked
moderate
8.26 mi
+1,643 ft