Near South Boulder Creek West
Looking east, from the junction of the Mesa Trail with the South Boulder Creek West trail.
Near South Boulder Creek West
Looking east toward the sunrise, along the South Boulder Creek West trail.
Near South Boulder Creek West
Looking west to the sunrise on the flatirons, along the South Boulder Creek West trail.
Near South Boulder Creek West
Looking east toward the parking lot and Rt 93, from the South Boulder Creek West trailhead.

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Hike Trail

South Boulder Creek West

3.8 (8 Ratings)
A nice hike through grasslands with impressive views of the flatirons.
1.9
mi
Distance
302
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.9mi
Distance
302ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
5,770ft
High Point
5,468ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trailhead is west of Highway 93 at Thomas Lane, about 0.5 miles north of the intersection of Highway 93 and Eldorado Springs Drive. This trail is accessed from the south side of the parking lot. South Boulder Creek West is accessed from the south side of the parking lot. This trail passes by tall and mixed grass prairie as it meanders west along South Boulder Creek. Its terminus is at the southeast end of the Mesa Trail which provides extensive trail access along the foothills, including routes to the top of South Boulder and Bear Peaks.

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Contributors
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