Near Coyote Run - Harper Lake - Davidson Mesa - Louisville Res
Here we're looking eastward. The hard-packed pea-gravel surface is a pleasure to run/walk on. The entire trail looks basically like this (except that when you look west you see the awesome view!).
Near Coyote Run - Harper Lake - Davidson Mesa - Louisville Res
Davidson Mesa Trail
Near Coyote Run - Harper Lake - Davidson Mesa - Louisville Res
Looking at Boulder and the foothills from Davidson Mesa, near the access point from Rt 36.
Near Coyote Run - Harper Lake - Davidson Mesa - Louisville Res
Choose your trail. The one on the right (closest to the dog park) takes you counterclockwise on the longest loop. Center - lollipop. To the left, not pictured, if you want to go clockwise.
Near Coyote Run - Harper Lake - Davidson Mesa - Louisville Res
The trailhead sign and map, with the flatirons in the background.

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Coyote Run - Harper Lake - Davidson Mesa - Louisville Res

2.9 (7 Ratings)
Hike an easy climb through Coyote Open Space to Harper Lake, with views of mountains at Davidson Mesa
8.1
mi
Distance
287
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
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Flatter
Steeper
8.08mi
Distance
287ft
Elevation Gain
287ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
5,675ft
High Point
5,428ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Combine several trails to a nice longer hike in Louisville. Be respectful, as you'll have to share the trail around the lake with geese. The trail begins with a bit of a climb, but levels out after about the first mile. Be sure to take a look around as there are good views toward the mountains. You'll be on concrete for most of the way, and have the option to loop to the Louisville Reservoir.

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