Near Saddle Rock Trail
Snowy Boulder from Saddle Rock Trail. with permission from BoulderTraveler
Near Saddle Rock Trail
Enjoy fantastic views out over Boulder from the Saddle Rock Trail.
Near Saddle Rock Trail
Indian Peaks from Saddle Rock with permission from BoulderTraveler
Near Saddle Rock Trail
The trail parallels a stream (turned eroded ravine after the 2013 floods)
Near Saddle Rock Trail
This rocky outcrop makes a pleasant spot for reading

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Hike Trail

Saddle Rock Trail

4.1 (10 Ratings)
A steeply climbing trail between Gregory Canyon and E.M. Greenman trail with a stunning overlook.
1.1
mi
Distance
1,378
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingCaveRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.12mi
Distance
1,378ft
Elevation Gain
1ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
7,212ft
High Point
5,833ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Saddle Rock Trail has it's beginnings off of the Gregory Canyon Trail, very near the Gregory Canyon Trailhead. Soon after starting down this trail, it crosses a bridge and climbs to the junction of the upper end of Amphitheater Trail. From there, the Saddle Rock Trail climbs steeply up, utilizing many sections of rock steps, along side a washed out gully and becomes more of a physical challenge. Because of the damaging floods in September 2013, OSMP crews have installed a ladder where the trail crosses the creek bed. Soon after climbing the short ladder, you'll come to Saddle Rock, the trail's namesake. Saddle Rock, a short detour off of the trail, is an overlook that offers sweeping views of Boulder and beyond. The trail then continues to climb up the ridge line to end at a junction with the E.M. Greenman Trail.

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