Exploring Scenic Hikes Near Denver

With the weather warming up, it’s a great time for Denverites to escape the heat of the city and hit the trails. Whether you’re looking for a stunning view or a physical challenge, we’ve got tons of great hiking options for the outdoor novice to the expert adventurer. Last summer, newsletter editor Peyton Garcia joined producers Paul Karolyi and Olivia Jewell Love to help narrow down our favorite hikes near the Mile High.

Here are links to all the hikes we mentioned:

• South Loop Trail at Elk Meadow Park (Near Evergreen)
• Enchanted Mesa behind Chautauqua Park (Boulder)
• Fountain Valley Loop Trail at Roxborough State Park (Near Morrison)
• Brother’s Lookout and Three Sisters Loop (Near Evergreen)
• Trail to the A (Outside Fort Collins)
• Picketwire Canyon Trail (Near Rocky Ford)
• Silverdale Heritage Trail (Near Georgetown)
• Sky Pond (Rocky Mountain National Park)
• Fancy Pass and Missouri Lakes Loop (Near Leadville)

Bree also talked about the Hanging Lake Trail reconstruction and the reservation system hikers can use to access the trail. 

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