Near Turkey Trot
Turkey Trot Trail in the distance, and Red Rock Park

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Hike Trail

Turkey Trot

4.2 (19 Ratings)
Steep climb, but more shaded, cooler than the Castle Trail.
1.7
mi
Distance
820
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Less CrowdedViews
Access Issues
Foot traffic only - (All other trails in Mount Falcon park are open to bikes).

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.73mi
Distance
820ft
Elevation Gain
41ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
6,811ft
High Point
6,007ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
For hikers, this is the preferred route up or down Mount Falcon. While Castle Trail is exposed and open to bikes, this trail is much more shaded, a bit less steep, and only open to foot traffic. It is still long climb, and you'll reconnect with Castle Trail soon for the final push to the upper trails.

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Contributors
Nick Wilder