Near Davidson Mesa Loop
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 Davidson Mesa Loop
Davidson Mesa Trail
Near Davidson Mesa Loop
Looking at Boulder and the foothills from Davidson Mesa, near the access point from Rt 36.
Near Davidson Mesa Loop
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 Davidson Mesa Loop
The trailhead sign and map, with the flatirons in the background.

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Davidson Mesa Loop

3.6 (14 Ratings)
This trail highlights views of the Rocky Mountains from Davidson Mesa Open Space.
3.1
mi
Distance
45
ft
Gain
easy
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.09mi
Distance
45ft
Elevation Gain
45ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
5,675ft
High Point
5,615ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The trail is easy and laid back with little to no climbing necessary for its duration. Enjoy the views as you wind around the Davidson Mesa Open Space park on this gentle trail. Additionally, there is free parking on either side of McCaslin Blvd. If you're seeking to connect this trail with others in the area, there is an underpass beneath McCaslin Blvd, which gives foot traffic the ability to access trails on the other side. If this loop is too long it can be shortened about half-way by a small connecting trail, the Davidson Mesa Connector.

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