Near Section 16 Climb
Bear blocking the trail!
Near Section 16 Climb
Pasqueflower, fuzzy crocus-like flower, blooming along Palmer Park Trail. Spring is here!
Near Section 16 Climb
Have a Rest. Bench at Trail Junctions
Near Section 16 Climb
Peeking over at Garden of the Gods from Palmer Trail
Near Section 16 Climb
Cactus love along trail

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Section 16 Climb

3.0 (1 Rating)
An optional branch of Section 16 providing more switchbacks to break up the brutal start heading north from Gold Camp Rd
0.4
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Access Issues
Yield appropriately to other trail users and respect official posted signage.

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.39mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
171ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
6,806ft
High Point
6,624ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is an optional branch to start Section 16 Trail if you're heading north from Gold Camp Road. There are more switchbacks which, in theory, will help this rough climb. Carry or trials-hike your bike up the initial stairs.

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Contributors
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