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Hiking Near Florence, Colorado

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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.

Aiken Canyon Preserve

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Aiken Canyon Preserve

Views
moderate
3.41 mi
+468 ft
Vindicator Valley Trail

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Vindicator Valley Trail

easy
1.95 mi
+389 ft
Marion Mine

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Marion Mine

Birding
strenuous
3.54 mi
+1,049 ft
Mount Buckhorn Loop

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Mount Buckhorn Loop

Dogs Allowed
moderate
4.33 mi
+829 ft
Helen Hunt Falls Hike

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Helen Hunt Falls Hike

Views
easy
0.62 mi
+334 ft
Mays Peak Lollipop

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Mays Peak Lollipop

Birding
moderate
3.5 mi
+854 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.

Tanner Peak

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Tanner Peak

Dogs Allowed
extreme
12.57 mi
+4,077 ft
Almagre Mountain via FSR 379

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Almagre Mountain via FSR 379

Birding
moderate
15.31 mi
+2,832 ft
Almagre Mountain South via FSR 379

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Almagre Mountain South via FSR 379

Fall Colors
moderate
11.42 mi
+2,268 ft
Mount Rosa via Pipeline Trail

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Mount Rosa via Pipeline Trail

Birding
strenuous
14.29 mi
+4,763 ft
Mount Rosa via Cheyenne Canyon

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Mount Rosa via Cheyenne Canyon

Dogs Allowed
extreme
12.21 mi
+4,308 ft
Section 16 to Jones Park (and back) Mountain Ramble

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Section 16 to Jones Park (and back) Mountain Ramble

Fall Colors
strenuous
19.44 mi
+4,771 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.

Curley Peak

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Curley Peak

Dogs Allowed
strenuous
7.19 mi
+2,369 ft
Beaver Creek SWA Loop

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Beaver Creek SWA Loop

Fishing
strenuous
6.86 mi
+2,159 ft
Kineo Mountain and Buckhorn Peak Loop

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Kineo Mountain and Buckhorn Peak Loop

Dogs Allowed
strenuous
8.27 mi
+2,123 ft
Mays Peak Ramble via Penrose Trail (#665)

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Mays Peak Ramble via Penrose Trail (#665)

Fall Colors
moderate
5.1 mi
+914 ft
Sentinel Point

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Sentinel Point

Birding
strenuous
6.23 mi
+2,727 ft