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Arkansas River Trail (Pueblo)

10.1 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Arkansas Riverwalk Trail

7 mi

State: CO

Crushed Stone, Gravel

Austin Bluffs Trail

2.1 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Baldwin Gulch Trail

2 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Bear Creek Trail (Colorado Springs)

1.4 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete

Briargate Trail

2.5 mi

State: CO

Concrete

C-470 Bikeway

36 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Castle North Trail

0.82 mi

State: CO

Asphalt

Cherry Creek Regional Trail

40 mi

State: CO

Concrete, Gravel

Cook Creek Trail

2 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Cottonwood Creek Trail (CO)

6.1 mi

State: CO

Concrete, Gravel

Crews Gulch Regional Trail

2.7 mi

State: CO

Concrete, Dirt, Gravel

East Plum Creek Trail

6 mi

State: CO

Asphalt

Foothills Trail (CO)

6.6 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone

Fountain Creek Regional Trail

10.8 mi

State: CO

Dirt

Fountain Creek Trail

4.7 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Hangman's Gulch Trail

1.5 mi

State: CO

Asphalt

Happy Canyon Trail

4.3 mi

State: CO

Concrete

High Line Canal Trail (CO)

71 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt, Gravel

Historic Arkansas Riverwalk

0.7 mi

State: CO

Concrete

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Homestead Trail (CO)

9.7 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete, Gravel

LaForet Trail

2 mi

State: CO

Concrete, Dirt

Lake Minnequa Trail

2.75 mi

State: CO

Gravel

Legacy Loop

10 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete

Manitou Incline

1 mi

State: CO

Boardwalk, Dirt

Mesa Springs Greenway

2.6 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Mesa Valley Trail

1.7 mi

State: CO

Dirt, Gravel

Midland Trail

2.6 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Narrow Gauge Trail (CO)

2 mi

State: CO

Crushed Stone

New Santa Fe Regional Trail

17 mi

State: CO

Crushed Stone, Gravel, Sand

Newlin Gulch Trail

1.8 mi

State: CO

Concrete

North Douglas Creek Trail

1.25 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete, Gravel

Palmer Mesa Trail

3.5 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone

Pikes Peak Greenway Trail

15 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone, Dirt

Pueblo Reservoir Trail

8 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Rock Island Trail (CO)

14.8 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone, Gravel

Rockrimmon Trail

1.3 mi

State: CO

Crushed Stone

Runyon Lake Trail

1.7 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Sand Creek Trail

9.2 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Shooks Run Trail

3.9 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete

Sinton Trail

2.9 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Skyline Trail

1.5 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Stetson Trail

2.6 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Sulphur Gulch Trail

4.9 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Tallman Gulch Trail

3 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Templeton Gap Trail

4.42 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete

Thomas Phelps Creek Trail

0.8 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Tunnel Drive Trail

2 mi

State: CO

Concrete, Gravel

Upper Gold Camp Road

15 mi

State: CO

Dirt, Gravel, Sand

Wildhorse Creek Trail

1 mi

State: CO

Dirt

Willow Creek Greenbelt Trail

6.1 mi

State: CO

Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone

Woodmen Trail

2.4 mi

State: CO

Concrete

Trail Image	Trail Name	States	Length	Surface	Rating
	Arkansas River Trail (Pueblo) The Arkansas River Trail begins in the heart of Pueblo and heads westward along the river to Lake Pueblo State Park, which is brimming with recreational amenities, including campgrounds, fishing...	CO	10.1 mi	Concrete	1 reviews
	Arkansas Riverwalk Trail Cañon City, Colorado, is a recreation destination popular with whitewater rafters and rock climbers. Two notable attractions also bring visitors to the city: the nearby Royal Gorge Bridge spans the...	CO	7 mi	Crushed Stone, Gravel	2 reviews
	Austin Bluffs Trail Students of the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs will appreciate the Austin Bluffs Trail. It runs through the campus, connecting the north and east sides of the school. The trail travels...	CO	2.1 mi	Concrete	1 reviews
	Baldwin Gulch Trail The Baldwin Gulch Trail stretches for two miles between Pine Drive and the Cherry Creek Regional Trail, which stretches 40 miles through three counties. The trail is concrete and follows the alignment...	CO	2 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
	Bear Creek Trail (Colorado Springs) Just south of downtown Colorado Springs, the Bear Creek Trail provides a short connection from Bear Creek Regional Park to Interstate 25. On the other side of the highway, you can pick up the Pikes...	CO	1.4 mi	Asphalt, Concrete	0 reviews
	Briargate Trail The Briargate Trail is located in northern Colorado Springs, beginning at the athletic fields of John Stone Park. From there, this pleasant trail travels southeast through residential areas for just...	CO	2.5 mi	Concrete	2 reviews
	C-470 Bikeway The C-470 Bikeway—also known as the C-470 Trail and Centennial Trail in Douglas County—provides open views of the Colorado foothills as it follows the southwestern segment of Denver's beltway. Along...	CO	36 mi	Concrete	5 reviews
	Castle North Trail The Castle North Trail provides a safe, non-motorized connection between the Castle Rock Community Recreation Center and Castle North Park. The paved pathway cuts right through the heart of the...	CO	0.82 mi	Asphalt	0 reviews
	Cherry Creek Regional Trail The Cherry Creek Regional Trail is a picturesque 40-mile route that begins in downtown Denver and connects suburban and rural Arapahoe and Douglas Counties, including the communities of Parker,...	CO	40 mi	Concrete, Gravel	23 reviews
	Cook Creek Trail The Cook Creek Trail is a short, paved trail located in the suburban community of Lone Tree. The trail originates in Cook Creek Park, home to a local pool, tennis courts, and a portion of the Willow...	CO	2 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
	Cottonwood Creek Trail (CO) The Cottonwood Creek Trail stretches over 6 miles across northern Colorado Springs with a mix of residential views and open vistas. At Rangewood Drive, the trail forks; the northern branch runs along...	CO	6.1 mi	Concrete, Gravel	1 reviews
	Crews Gulch Regional Trail The Crews Gulch Regional Trail travels through the community of Security-Widefield, southeast of Colorado Springs. Thanks to its proximity to Fort Carson, the area residents are largely military...	CO	2.7 mi	Concrete, Dirt, Gravel	0 reviews
	East Plum Creek Trail The East Plum Creek Trail begins in a field across the street from the Native Legend Open Space. It goes through an underpass under Meadows Blvd near Castle Rock Middle School. The next few miles of...	CO	6 mi	Asphalt	1 reviews
	Foothills Trail (CO) The Foothills Trail runs along Colorado Springs' western border at the base of the majestic Rocky Mountains. You'll begin near Oak Valley Ranch Park and travel south along an irrigation channel,...	CO	6.6 mi	Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone	0 reviews
	Fountain Creek Regional Trail Update: Several areas on the Fountain Creek Regional Trail have been impacted by flooding issues. Two repair projects have been scheduled in the first part of 2018 and sections of the trail near...	CO	10.8 mi	Dirt	1 reviews
	Fountain Creek Trail The Fountain Creek Trail follows its namesake creek through the northeastern neighborhoods of Pueblo. At its southern end, the paved pathway ties into the Arkansas River Trail, which runs east-west...	CO	4.7 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
	Hangman's Gulch Trail The Hangman’s Gulch Trail runs along Hangman’s Gulch, a dry stream in Castle Rock. The trail starts at Castle Rock Recreation Center, where it connects to the Woodlands Bowl Open Space on the other...	CO	1.5 mi	Asphalt	0 reviews
	Happy Canyon Trail The Happy Canyon Trail runs for just over 4 miles through the communities of Centennial, Cottonwood and Parker on the southern outskirts of Denver. To the north, the trail begins at in the Cherry...	CO	4.3 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
	High Line Canal Trail (CO) The High Line Canal Trail is a popular stretch of path through Denver's southside suburbs, winding for 71 miles between Aurora and Roxborough State Park. The trail is owned and operated by Denver...	CO	71 mi	Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt, Gravel	8 reviews
	Historic Arkansas Riverwalk The Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, also known as the Pueblo Riverwalk, offers a beautiful waterfront retreat on the south end of Pueblo’s downtown. The trail is part of the 32-acre Historic Arkansas...	CO	0.7 mi	Concrete	0 reviews

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Homestead Trail (CO) The Homestead Trail winds its way through Colorado Springs, intersecting with some of the area's most prominent trails as it goes. The trail currently exists in two close but disconnected pieces. The...	CO	9.7 mi	Asphalt, Concrete, Gravel	2 reviews
LaForet Trail Two segments of the LaForet Trail are currently complete, offering 2 miles of pathway in northern Colorado Springs, just outside the United States Air Force Academy. The western segment is a...	CO	2 mi	Concrete, Dirt	1 reviews
Lake Minnequa Trail Southwest of downtown Pueblo, the Lake Minnequa Trail offers an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors with a flat, gravel pathway that rings a lake and offers views of ponds and wetlands. This rich...	CO	2.75 mi	Gravel	0 reviews
Legacy Loop The Legacy Loop is a ten-mile system of greenways ringing around downtown Colorado Springs. The trails serve to highlight the waterways and picturesque landscape that are such a core part of the...	CO	10 mi	Asphalt, Concrete	2 reviews
Manitou Incline Notice: Reservations are required to hike the Manitou Trail, as a precaution to limit the spread of COVID-19. Reservations can be placed on the city's website. The Manitou Incline is a very...	CO	1 mi	Boardwalk, Dirt	3 reviews
Mesa Springs Greenway The Mesa Springs Greenway is a north-south route along the western side of Interstate 25. A sound wall between the highway and the trail helps makes the journey more pleasant. The pathway is also wide...	CO	2.6 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
Mesa Valley Trail Situated in the northwestern corner of Colorado Springs, the Mesa Valley Trail travels through largely open areas to Sondermann Park. In the park, you will travel through woodlands along Mesa Creek....	CO	1.7 mi	Dirt, Gravel	1 reviews
Midland Trail The Midland Trail runs between Manitou Springs and America the Beautiful Park near I-25. The urban corridor mainly follows the course of Fountain Creek, paralleling US 24 (Cimarron St.). The first...	CO	2.6 mi	Concrete	3 reviews
Narrow Gauge Trail (CO) Gaining only 200+ feet in elevation, the Narrow Gauge Trail is in Pine Valley Ranch Park, a beautiful open space near the mountain community of Pine, Colorado. The trail follows the north bank of the...	CO	2 mi	Crushed Stone	1 reviews
New Santa Fe Regional Trail The New Santa Fe Regional Trail provides a scenic journey along the front range of the mountains, from Palmer Lake Recreation Area in northern El Paso County through the U.S. Air Force Academy in...	CO	17 mi	Crushed Stone, Gravel, Sand	8 reviews
Newlin Gulch Trail The Newlin Gulch Trail connects residents in west Parker to two regional recreational amenities: The 64-acre Challenger Regional Park; and the Cherry Creek Regional Trail which covers 40 miles across...	CO	1.8 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
North Douglas Creek Trail Although just over a mile long, the North Douglas Creek Trail provides access to one of Colorado Springs' natural treasures: Ute Valley Park. The trail begins at the intersection of Vindicator and...	CO	1.25 mi	Asphalt, Concrete, Gravel	0 reviews
Palmer Mesa Trail The Palmer Mesa multiuse pathway is about 3.5 miles of paved and unpaved trail in Colorado Springs. The trail kicks off in Blair Bridge Open Space, splitting off from the Foothills Trail and winding...	CO	3.5 mi	Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone	0 reviews
Pikes Peak Greenway Trail The Pikes Peak Greenway Trail runs throughout Colorado Springs, from just south of the United States Air Force Academy to the El Pomar Youth Sports Park. The popular trail connects at both ends to...	CO	15 mi	Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone, Dirt	8 reviews
Pueblo Reservoir Trail The Pueblo Reservoir Trail is a hard surface trail extending from the west end of the Arkansas River Trail along the north shore of Lake Pueblo. Lake Pueblo State Park is home to a reservoir on the...	CO	8 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
Rock Island Trail (CO) About an hour south of Denver, the Rock Island Trail offers a nearly 15-mile pathway in two disconnected segments in El Paso County. Future plans call for linking the two sections for a seamless trail...	CO	14.8 mi	Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone, Gravel	10 reviews
Rockrimmon Trail The Rockrimmon Trail, named for the Colorado Springs neighborhood in which it lies, begins in Foothills Park, adjacent to Foothills Elementary School. From there, the crushed-stone trail winds its way...	CO	1.3 mi	Crushed Stone	0 reviews
Runyon Lake Trail The Runyon Lake Trail encircles Runyon Lake within a state wildlife area in eastern Pueblo. The 5-acre lake is fed by the Arkansas River, which runs along the southern end of the lake. The lake is...	CO	1.7 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
Sand Creek Trail The Sand Creek Trail cuts a diagonal path along the creek through commercial and residential areas of southeastern Colorado Springs. The first segment trail begins its 5-mile journey north at...	CO	9.2 mi	Concrete	5 reviews
Shooks Run Trail The paved Shooks Run Trail runs north–south along Shooks Run Creek near downtown Colorado Springs. It is one of the easier bike paths in the area; however, runs slightly downhill from north to south....	CO	3.9 mi	Asphalt, Concrete	4 reviews
Sinton Trail The Sinton Trail runs just shy of 3 miles in northern Colorado Springs. Begin your journey at the Gossage Youth Sports Complex on Mark Dabling Boulevard. From there, you'll travel northwest along...	CO	2.9 mi	Concrete	5 reviews
Skyline Trail The Skyline Trail offers rolling hill climbs through the community of Briargate in northeastern Colorado Springs. It begins at Research Parkway and travels south until it ends at an electric...	CO	1.5 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
Stetson Trail The Stetson Trail is a concrete pathway through residential neighborhoods that stretches 2 miles across northeastern Colorado Springs. It closely follows the south side of Stetson Hills Boulevard. As...	CO	2.6 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
Sulphur Gulch Trail The Sulphur Gulch Trail is a concrete hike-and-bike path in Parker, Colorado, 20 miles southeast of the state's capital. The trail acts as a feeder, a way for Parker residents to connect to the...	CO	4.9 mi	Concrete	1 reviews
Tallman Gulch Trail Tallman Gulch Trail is a linear trail along one of Parker's watercourses. The concrete trail is open for multiple uses including jogging, biking, walking dogs and pushing strollers. The trail curves...	CO	3 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
Templeton Gap Trail The Templeton Gap Trail is one of many trails that make up Colorado Springs' robust trail network. The Templeton Gap Trail itself connects to both the Pikes Peak Greenway Trail and Sinton Trail in the...	CO	4.42 mi	Asphalt, Concrete	1 reviews
Thomas Phelps Creek Trail The Thomas Phelps Creek Trail in Pueblo offers a pleasant pathway from the north end of Runyon Lake, past the Runyon Field Sports Complex, to Gateway Park. From the park, travelers can access the...	CO	0.8 mi	Concrete	0 reviews
Tunnel Drive Trail This is a short but absolutely gorgeous little trail. Beginning on the west end of Cañon City, just a little ways from downtown, the trail provides a vantage point to the rugged beauty of the Arkansas...	CO	2 mi	Concrete, Gravel	0 reviews
Upper Gold Camp Road Upper Gold Camp Road charts a circuitous route through the Pike National Forest, following the route of old mining trains. The route was forged in the 1880s then later improved for cars. But a tunnel...	CO	15 mi	Dirt, Gravel, Sand	5 reviews
Wildhorse Creek Trail This neighborhood trail connects W 18th to the Arkansas River Trail in Pueblo, Colorado. The trail passes through Pete Jimenez Park and imitates the course of the Wildhorse Creek south to the Arkansas...	CO	1 mi	Dirt	0 reviews
Willow Creek Greenbelt Trail The Willow Creek Greenbelt Trail is a six mile, paved and soft-surface trail that runs along a creekbed in the suburban area around Centennial. The trail begins in the north outside the Holly Park...	CO	6.1 mi	Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone	2 reviews
Woodmen Trail The Woodmen Trail provides an east-west route through commercial and residential areas in northern Colorado Springs. It begins by an electric substation just south of Briargate Boulevard and follows...	CO	2.4 mi	Concrete	0 reviews

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Recent Trail Reviews

East Plum Creek Trail

April, 2021 by jpdelay

Great bike or walking trail along East Plum Creek with great views of Castle Rock and Pikes Peak. Wildlife abounds having seen deer, beavers, coyotes, hawks and bald eagles. Now connects Crystal Valkey Tanch to the Meadows.

High Line Canal Trail (CO)

walked all 142 miles

January, 2021 by rnamama2

Walked the whole trail (in segments) from August to late December 2020. Loved most of it. Spectacular views of the mountains and a great way to explore the burbs around Denver. Disappointed by lack of signage in many places and very annoyed that it ended unceremoniously without documentation.

Homestead Trail (CO)

Train in Poor Condition

December, 2020 by kevinbrad

The condition of this trail is terrible. Tree roots have buckled the pavement. There are large potholes throughout making it very dangerous to ride on. It is clear that the city has never made an investment to repair the damages. Do not use this trail.

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Homestead Trail (CO)

Terrible for anything other than walking and even that would be strenuous. HUGE gaps in the pavement ever 10-15 feet

November, 2020 by flemrjackson

Terrible for anything other than walking and even that would be strenuous. HUGE gaps in the pavement ever 10-15 feet

Austin Bluffs Trail

Beautiful and not to crowded

October, 2020 by gonzalez82n

Beautiful and not to crowded

Fountain Creek Regional Trail

This is a beautiful place for a walk,but not for cycling. Bridge ends abruptly in a four-foot drop into a dry creek bed.

October, 2020 by muddonna

This is a beautiful place for a walk,but not for cycling. Bridge ends abruptly in a four-foot drop into a dry creek bed.

Shooks Run Trail

The city seems to love cement trails, i guess they have lots of money. I would prefer a nice gravel trail myself. The cranks and grinding to level the cement has improved the surface a lot.

October, 2020 by nardclaar

The city seems to love cement trails, i guess they have lots of money. I would prefer a nice gravel trail myself. The cranks and grinding to level the cement has improved the surface a lot.

Shooks Run Trail

My husband and I biked this trail today. We liked it. Did not see any vagrants or encampments.

October, 2020 by muddonna

My husband and I biked this trail today. We liked it. Did not see any vagrants or encampments.

Upper Gold Camp Road

amazing view

August, 2020 by mickeybiosense

Amazing trail I highly suggest. First tunnel closed follow the path created to go over the tunnel. Carry bike takes 10 minutes over mountain over few rocks and stream. This is worth it views are amazing. Note when starting trail it’s 1000 feet biking up the trail before you desend on other side totally worth. Take breaks. Tunnels are a little scary it’s not lit so bring mountain bikes flash lights.

Sand Creek Trail

Homeless, dirt patches, run down, and more

August, 2020 by asevans48

The trail is nice from its Northern starting point near Sand Creek Elementary to Chelton road. The next patch after this is paved to a barrier erected by the homeless leading directly into a homeless camp all the way to the Hancock Expressway. You have to skate/ride through the camp. After that, the path becomes a mix of unkept dirt patches and homeless people past the jail to the sports park and connection with the Front Range Trail.

As a skater, I had a better time on the Front Range Trail/Pikes Peak Regional Greenway (South/North at the park). That part is dirt and requires the large wheels of a tri-skate.

As with all Colorado Springs trails, you will be dissapointed. 0/5 for 90 % 5/5 for 1/4 of a mile.

Sulphur Gulch Trail

Nice!

August, 2020 by matt.culpepper.961

Nice paved path from the Parker outskirts to the Cherry Creek Trl

Rock Island Trail (CO)

Unkept, broken benches, could be great

August, 2020 by asevans48

This trail needs serious maintenance work. There is a pile of dirt under every bridge. Handrails are down as well between Galley and Murray. The concrete is broken beyond the point of being called concrete between Shooks Run and the newer trail. This is a commuter trail that no one cares about. It was nice to commute down the Cherry Creek Trail to work in Denver and from Denver to Englewood/Chatfield. I could even skate those trails they were so well taken care of. Hopefully, someone starts to take care of Shooks Run, the Legacy Loop, and the Rock Island trail. It could make the city more appealing to start ups, making the commute to Denver less of a necessity ($97 per day spent outside city limits on gas/food/car wear and tear).

If Colorado Springs took a little more care of and updated its trail system, you could actually commute to work without using a car. Sadly, that is impossible with the state of this system.

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0.5/5 stars

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