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Hiking Near Keystone, 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.

CT - Segment 7: Goldhill to Copper Mountain

Classic Hike Route

CT - Segment 7: Goldhill to Copper Mountain

Commonly Backpacked
strenuous
12.7 mi
+3,781 ft
Tenmile Range Traverse

Classic Hike Route

Tenmile Range Traverse

Fall Colors
strenuous
18.12 mi
+7,778 ft
Buffalo Mountain Loop

Classic Hike Route

Buffalo Mountain Loop

Birding
strenuous
12.62 mi
+3,124 ft
Gray's and Torrey's from Loveland Pass (The Loveland Double)

Classic Hike Route

Gray's and Torrey's from Loveland Pass (The Loveland Double)

Views
strenuous
10.51 mi
+6,741 ft
Berthoud Ridge Traverse

Classic Hike Route

Berthoud Ridge Traverse

Commonly Backpacked
strenuous
42.31 mi
+14,705 ft
Colorado Trail: Copper Mountain to Camp Hale

Classic Hike Route

Colorado Trail: Copper Mountain to Camp Hale

Commonly Backpacked
strenuous
18.39 mi
+3,286 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.

Summit Cove: Soda Creek & Groovy Uvi

Hike Route

Summit Cove: Soda Creek & Groovy Uvi

Fall Colors
moderate
3.25 mi
+316 ft
Tenderfoot Loop

Hike Route

Tenderfoot Loop

Views
easy
3.02 mi
+611 ft
Sapphire Point Trail

Hike Route

Sapphire Point Trail

Lake
easy
0.61 mi
+50 ft
Old Dillon Reservoir

Hike Route

Old Dillon Reservoir

Dogs Allowed
easy
1.69 mi
+185 ft
Lily Pad Lake via Salt Lick Trailhead

Hike Route

Lily Pad Lake via Salt Lick Trailhead

Lake
moderate
3.04 mi
+980 ft
Mount Royal

Hike Route

Mount Royal

Fall Colors
strenuous
3.98 mi
+1,431 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.

Summit Cove to Tiger Road Loop

Hike Route

Summit Cove to Tiger Road Loop

Fall Colors
moderate
13.61 mi
+2,038 ft
Colorado Trail: Georgia Pass to Breckenridge

Hike Route

Colorado Trail: Georgia Pass to Breckenridge

Birding
strenuous
20.13 mi
+4,823 ft
Continental Divide Trail: Colorado Section 28

Hike Route

Continental Divide Trail: Colorado Section 28

Views
extreme
19.58 mi
+4,768 ft
Colorado Trail Segment 6

Hike Route

Colorado Trail Segment 6

Views
extreme
31.49 mi
+5,178 ft
Ptarmigan Trail (#35)

Hike Route

Ptarmigan Trail (#35)

Fall Colors
moderate
11.82 mi
+3,750 ft
CT - Segment 7: Goldhill to Copper Mountain

Classic Hike Route

CT - Segment 7: Goldhill to Copper Mountain

Commonly Backpacked
strenuous
12.7 mi
+3,781 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.

Back Ranch Loop

Hike Route

Back Ranch Loop

Birding
moderate
7.29 mi
+803 ft
Horseshoe-Hippo-Hay Loop

Hike Route

Horseshoe-Hippo-Hay Loop

moderate
6.86 mi
+824 ft
Mesa Cortina to Gore Range Trail Out and Back

Hike Route

Mesa Cortina to Gore Range Trail Out and Back

Fall Colors
moderate
7.61 mi
+928 ft
Salmon Lake

Hike Route

Salmon Lake

Lake
moderate
9.83 mi
+2,523 ft
Grizzly Peak

Hike Route

Grizzly Peak

Lake
strenuous
5.33 mi
+2,836 ft
Grays and Torreys Peaks

Hike Route

Grays and Torreys Peaks

Fall Colors
strenuous
7.99 mi
+3,668 ft