Near Sleeping Giant Trail
Snowy day in Garden of the Gods
Near Sleeping Giant Trail
The moon hides behind Gray Rock.
Near Sleeping Giant Trail
The Three Graces (left) and Cathedral Spires (right) are available to view in detail right from the trail.
Near Sleeping Giant Trail
North (left) and South (right) Gateway Rocks viewed from the Central Garden Trail.
Near Sleeping Giant Trail
Snow outlines the body of the Kissing Camels at Garden of the Gods

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Hike Trail

Sleeping Giant Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A dirt pathway climbing up to the northern base of Sleeping Giant with nice views.
0.2
mi
Distance
56
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlyViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.23mi
Distance
56ft
Elevation Gain
54ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
6,515ft
High Point
6,449ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail begins and ends on the paved pathway south of the Three Graces so you'll have to hike a little ways to get to it. The trail can be taken in either direction. Either way, you'll climb stairs built to help control erosion which is a major issue on this trail. Many fences have been added to further help with erosion by keeping people on the trail. Don't get confused by the drainage ditches. After a short climb, the trail snakes along the northern edge of the Sleeping Giant rock formation. There can be some fun spots on this section for kids to play on the rocks without actually "climbing". Views to the north include the Three Graces / Cathedral Spires formation, Sentinel Rock, and Kissing Camels. Head back down and return to the paved pathway to complete this trail.

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Contributors
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