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Hiking Near Cascade-Chipita Park, Colorado

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Regional Classics

Discover the must-do hikes in the area, handpicked and curated by local experts who know the trails best. These routes are beloved for good reason, offering standout scenery, rewarding terrain, and detailed descriptions with tips that tell you exactly what to expect. Whether you are visiting for the first time or are a local doing them on repeat, they offer a reliable and memorable hiking experience.

Little Scraggy Loop

Classic Hike Route

Little Scraggy Loop

Views
moderate
12.12 mi
+1,411 ft
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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Garden of the Gods Loop

Hike Route

Garden of the Gods Loop

Fall Colors
moderate
3.93 mi
+506 ft
Bretag Trail and Upper Central Garden Loop

Hike Route

Bretag Trail and Upper Central Garden Loop

Views
easy
3.2 mi
+458 ft
Ute Valley Loop

Hike Route

Ute Valley Loop

Views
moderate
4.18 mi
+375 ft
Garden of the Gods Inner Loop

Hike Route

Garden of the Gods Inner Loop

Family Friendly
easy
1.34 mi
+209 ft
Central Garden, Palmer Trail, and Scottsman Trail Loop

Hike Route

Central Garden, Palmer Trail, and Scottsman Trail Loop

Dogs Allowed
easy
1.99 mi
+276 ft
Siamese Twins

Hike Route

Siamese Twins

Views
easy
0.33 mi
+87 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Rampart Reservoir Trail #700

Hike Route

Rampart Reservoir Trail #700

Lake
moderate
10.44 mi
+952 ft
Devils Playground to Pikes Peak Summit to Barr Trail

Hike Route

Devils Playground to Pikes Peak Summit to Barr Trail

Fall Colors
strenuous
18.69 mi
+4,647 ft
Barr Camp Out-and-Back

Hike Route

Barr Camp Out-and-Back

Dogs Allowed
strenuous
13.13 mi
+4,025 ft
Red Rock, Lion, and Section 16 Loop

Hike Route

Red Rock, Lion, and Section 16 Loop

Dogs Allowed
extreme
11.75 mi
+2,171 ft
Section 16 to Jones Park (and back) Mountain Ramble

Hike Route

Section 16 to Jones Park (and back) Mountain Ramble

Fall Colors
strenuous
19.44 mi
+4,771 ft
Almagre Mountain via FSR 379

Hike Route

Almagre Mountain via FSR 379

Birding
moderate
15.31 mi
+2,832 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Heizer Trail to Manitou Reservoir

Hike Route

Heizer Trail to Manitou Reservoir

Birding
strenuous
6.77 mi
+2,755 ft
Pikes Peak Northwest Slopes

Hike Route

Pikes Peak Northwest Slopes

Fall Colors
strenuous
6.76 mi
+4,288 ft
Iron Mountain-Intemann Trail

Hike Route

Iron Mountain-Intemann Trail

Views
moderate
6.76 mi
+2,725 ft
Red Rocks Trail Hike

Hike Route

Red Rocks Trail Hike

Views
moderate
6.25 mi
+636 ft
Grand Tour

Hike Route

Grand Tour

Less Crowded
moderate
9.76 mi
+1,195 ft
Palmer Trail

Hike Route

Palmer Trail

Less Crowded
moderate
5.59 mi
+894 ft