TRAILS

Explore Trails Across Colorado’s Front Range

Find hiking trails, scenic walks, mountain paths, wildlife viewing areas and outdoor adventures throughout the Denver metro area and Colorado’s Front Range.

Find Your Next Front Range Trail Adventure

Colorado’s Front Range is filled with scenic hiking trails, peaceful nature paths and rugged mountain routes waiting to be explored. Whether you are looking for an easy walk, a family-friendly outing, a dog-friendly trail or a challenging climb, Fred and Zero are here to help you find it.

Front Range Explorin’™ provides practical information about trails in Broomfield, Westminster, Arvada, Thornton, Erie, Lafayette, Louisville, Boulder, Golden, Loveland and other communities along Colorado’s Front Range.

Each trail guide is designed to help you plan before you go. Explore trail distances, difficulty levels, elevation information, parking, restrooms, dog policies, wildlife and Fred’s firsthand observations—all in one convenient place.

Trails in Boulder County

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Coot Lake & Boulder Reservoir Trail

2–5 Miles · Beginner-Friendly · Birdwatching · Dog-Friendly · Family-Friendly · Fishing · Lake or Reservoir · Leash Required · Loop Trail · Mountain Views · Photography · Walking Paths · Wetland Wildlife · Wildlife Viewing

Brainard Lake: Waldrop North Trail From Gateway Trailhead

5–10 Miles · Birdwatching · Creek · Dog-Friendly · Forested Trail · High Elevation · Kid-Friendly · Lake or Reservoir · Leash Required · Mountain Views · Natural Surface Trail · Out-and-Back Trail · Parking Fee or Pass Required · Rocky Trail · Snowshoeing · Trail Running · Wildflowers · Wildlife Viewing · Year-Round Trail

Rattlesnake Gulch Trail

2–5 Miles · Canyon Views · Dog-Friendly · Historic Site · Leash Required · Loop Trail · Moderate · Mountain Biking · Mountain Views · Natural Surface Trail · Overlooks · Parking Fee or Pass Required · Rocky Trail · Snowshoeing · Steep Sections · Trail Running · Wildlife Viewing

Trails in Clear Creek County

St Marys Glacier Trail

Birdwatching · Dog-Friendly · Forested Trail · High Elevation · Lake or Reservoir · Leash Required · Mountain Views · Natural Surface Trail · Out-and-Back Trail · Paid Parking · Photography · Rocky Trail · Snowshoeing · Steep Sections · Under 2 Miles · Wildlife Viewing

Discover Trails That Fit Your Adventure

Every trail adventure looks a little different. Use the trail guides to find routes that match your experience, interests and the amount of time you want to spend outside.

Easy Walks

Find shorter, easier routes for casual walks, family outings and relaxed outdoor adventures.

Challenging Hikes

Explore steeper climbs, longer distances and rugged trails for more experienced hikers.

Scenic Views

Discover mountain overlooks, peaceful forests, open landscapes and wildlife-viewing opportunities.

Dog-Friendly Trails

Find trails where dogs are permitted, along with available information about leash requirements and other trail-specific rules.

More Than a List of Trails

Front Range Explorin’™ is about helping real people enjoy more time outside. Fred’s trail guides go beyond a trail name and location by highlighting what makes each route worth exploring, who may enjoy it and what you should know before heading out.

Choose a trail, pack what you need and put down the devices for a while. There is always something new to discover when you keep on explorin’.

Colorado Front Range Trails FAQs

What information is included in the trail guides?

Trail guides may include distance, difficulty, elevation information, estimated hiking time, parking, restrooms, dog policies, wildlife, photos and practical tips for planning your hike.

How do I choose the right trail?

Consider the trail’s distance, difficulty, elevation gain, terrain and current conditions. Choose a route that fits your experience, available time and the abilities of everyone in your group.

Which Colorado communities are covered?

The growing collection focuses on trails along Colorado’s Front Range, including routes near Broomfield, Westminster, Arvada, Thornton, Erie, Lafayette, Louisville, Boulder, Golden and Loveland.

Are all of the trails dog-friendly?

Dog policies and leash requirements vary by trail and land manager. Review the individual trail guide and confirm current rules with the managing agency before hiking with your dog.

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