Near Blue Bird Loop
Fantastic fall colors so close to Boulder.
Near Blue Bird Loop
Sweeping meadows and aspens along historic grounds.
Near Blue Bird Loop
The fall brings out nice colors in and around the large meadow.

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Blue Bird Loop

2.7 (3 Ratings)
A loop that encompasses a large meadow and a ponderosa/lodgepole forest.
1.8
mi
Distance
161
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekViewsWildflowers
Access Issues
Closed in spring for Elk calving. No bikes.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.8mi
Distance
161ft
Elevation Gain
161ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
8,687ft
High Point
8,533ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This is a fun loop that rewards with views of a large meadow, a creek, mountain peaks and even provides a short but worthy side trip to the old Blue Bird mine. There are buildings in the meadow that are now used for an artists' retreat (they used to be a recording studio for very famous artists). This is a great loop to do on a mellow morning.

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