Near Little Thompson Overlook Trail
Flower-filled meadows thrive along the wetter parts of the trail.
Near Little Thompson Overlook Trail
Views south down the front range foothills.
Near Little Thompson Overlook Trail
Looking north from the end of the Little Thomson Overlook Trail.
Near Little Thompson Overlook Trail
Wide and very rocky start to the Little Thompson Overlook Trail.
Near Little Thompson Overlook Trail
Views north from the raised trail bed, newly constructed in 2016.

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Hike Trail

Little Thompson Overlook Trail

3.2 (6 Ratings)
A slightly rocky out and back to a nice overlook.
1
mi
Distance
184
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.95mi
Distance
184ft
Elevation Gain
102ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
5,885ft
High Point
5,707ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Bear left at the junction of the Eagle Wind Trail onto the Little Thompson Overlook Trail. This trail contours north along a steep faced hogback. The terrain is quite rocky as it ascends to an overlook, which reveals views off to the north and the plains to the east and the Little Thompson River in the valley below. There are two benches placed strategically to capture the best views from this trail and the hillside meadows are full of wildflowers here in early summer.

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