Our Trail Dog, Francine, helped us to compile this extensive and growing list of places to hike with your dog near Denver. Here, you will find over 30 trails to explore with your best friend. So, leash up and enjoy the mountains, meadows, streams, and wildflowers with your pup. Be sure to also visit our Top 10 Dog Friendly Hikes page to discover our favorite trails. You’ll also find a map below with pins indicating the locations of this full set of hikes. Finally, don’t forget to bring water and a snack with you for your four-pawed friend. We are always updating this list, and you’ll find the most recent trail profiles at the top. Show
 Mayflower Gulch Trail near Copper MountainEasy parking. Gentle elevation. Three miles round trip. And a ghost town? The Mayflower Gulch Trail gives you all this and a shockingly gorgeous basin to behold. On top of all this, the hike works well for families, especially if there exists any curiosity about the old west. The spacious gulch invites visitors to wander around and
discover the fringes...a ... Beaver Brook Trail at Windy Saddle ParkOne aspect that commends the Beaver Brook Trail hike to all ranges of ability and interest is its ease of editing. Need a short stroll to clear the mind? Take a stretch to the first vista and turn around. Ready to engage in a healthy, keep-your-wits challenge? Press ahead to the highest point on the trail, which this post describes
... Eleven Mile State Park Interpretive TrailEleven Mile State Park feels like the proverbial "hidden in plain sight" gem. Situated off the commonly traveled Highway 24 between Colorado Springs and Buena Vista, this loop hike blesses visitors with uncommon beauty. Trekking around the 3.5+ mile trail serves up a superb buffet of Colorado's classic outdoors: aspen
and evergreen forests, meadows, rocky crags, vistas of mountain ranges, ... Crater Lake Hike in the Indian Peaks WildernessCalifornia may boast Yosemite, but Colorado offers the Indian Peaks Wilderness valley. And within this wilderness, one happens upon an arresting sight -- Mirror Lake and Crater Lake, dutifully monitored by the impressive Lone Eagle Peak. Long considered an iconic range, the Indian Peaks give hikers an endless stream
of prime photography, wildflowers, and "Look at that!" moments. From the ... Section 16 Hike near Manitou SpringsNestled between Manitou Springs on the west and Colorado Springs on the east, the Manitou Section 16 Open Space overlaps with the Red Rock Canyon
Open Space to the north, just off Highway 24. Both of these systems connect to two other regional parks, creating a massive complex of trails that delights hikers of all ages and abilities. This route ... Indian Creek Loop HikeThe Indian Creek Trail is tucked away outside of
Sedalia, CO, just under an hour's drive from Denver, you find a trailhead leading to a vast internal system of trails that links up to the Colorado Trail, Roxborough State Park, and Nelson Ranch Open Space. The number of configurations you can devise awaits your creativity...and endurance! The Indian Creek Campground ... Manitou Lake Hike Near Colorado SpringsManitou Lake near Colorado Springs offers a pleasant and easy loop trail around its shores with views of Pikes Peak. It's also a great spot fishing and paddling on the 5-acres of water. There are nearby camping options detailed below. Explore the full Manitou Lake hike profile below for trail map, driving directions,
campground info and more. Trail Snapshot: Manitou ... Chautauqua Loop Trail in BoulderThe Chautauqua Trail is an easy 3.6 mile loop hike along
Boulder's Flatirons. The trails pass several historical sites: a quarry, cabin, shelter, and ski area as it weaves through the meadows and ponderosa forest of Chautauqua Park. About 40 minutes from Denver, the Chautauqua Loop hike makes for a great hike for visitors who are looking for stunning landscapes ... Mt. Cutler Hike in Colorado SpringsMt. Cutler in Colorado Springs is an easy, 1-mile hike to the summit of a foothill peak that overlooks Seven Falls, the canyon system of Cheyenne Canyon, and offers panoramic views that make this hike a great option for visiting friends and family. Because it's just 2 miles out-and-back with less than 500 feet of elevation gain, this
hike offers ... Mesa Trail to Bear Canyon CreekThe Mesa Trail south of Boulder, Colorado, rambles across wild open country at the
base of the iconic Flatirons. Hike a 4.1 mile loop or an 8.4 mile out-and-back option through pine woods, verdant creek draws, and flowering meadows. Explore the full Mesa Trail profile for this southern segment of one of our favorite dog-friendly hikes near Denver. Trail Snapshot: ... Fallen Timbers Loop Hike at Fox Run ParkThe Fallen Timbers Loop is an easy, 2-mile hike near Colorado Springs with great views of Pikes Peak. It makes for a great family hike because of the shade of the ponderosa pines and the nearby playground at this hike in Fox Run Regional Park. Explore the full hike profile for trail map, driving directions, and tips. Trail
Snapshot: Fallen ... Ute Valley Park Loop in Colorado SpringsUte Valley Park offers
an easy 3-mile loop hike in the heart of northern Colorado Springs with views to snow-capped Pikes Peak. The trails make for a quick break from the city to trail run or walk the dog. Get the trail details, map, and driving directions in our full trail profile. Trail Snapshot: Ute Valley Park Hike Distance 2.5 ... Santa Fe Regional Trail in Palmer LakeThe Santa Fe Regional Trail begins in Palmer Lake, Colorado, about 1 hour South of Denver. It's an easy trail with 17 miles from Palmer Lake to Colorado Springs along the old path of the Santa Fe Railroad. Explore the full Santa Fe Regional Trail hike profile below for trail map, driving directions, and more tips and
details to help ... Eagles View Hike in Reynolds ParkThe Eagles View Loop hike in Reynolds Park is a 4-mile, moderate, loop trail
to a scenic outlook. The trail ascends through meadows and ponderosa pine forest to views of Pikes Peak and the sawtooth spires and peaks of the Rampart Range. Explore the full Reynolds Park Eagle View Loop hike profile below for trail map, driving directions, and more ... Red Rock Canyon HikesRed Rock Canyon Open Space features miles of easy hiking trails just a few miles west of Colorado Springs with views of Pikes Peak to the West and Garden of the Gods to the North. The park has two off-leash dog trails and most other trails are accessible to and shared by hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers. Check out
... Crags Hike Near Colorado SpringsThe Crags Trail takes hikers up a 2-mile gradual hike to the the
dramatic granite pinnacles on the shoulders of Pikes Peak to take in views of snowcapped peaks. A shaded creekside hike great for families and out-of-town guests, the Crags shows off summer wildflowers in mountain meadows. Explore the full Crags hike profile below for trail map, driving directions, ... Horsethief Falls Hike Near Colorado SpringsHorsethief Falls is a small slab waterfall located 45 minutes from Colorado Springs on the West side of Pikes Peak. The Horsetheif Falls trail requires a 1.4-mile easy hike (one-way) to the falls. This hike, along with nearby Pancake Rocks make for great fall hiking and a scenic falls drive to see the golden aspens of the
Colorado Front Range ... Lost Lake Hike Near NederlandLost Lake is an accessible 4-mile round-trip hike to a beautiful alpine lake surrounded by the mountains of Indian Peaks. Just over one hour northwest of Denver, the trail up to lost lake takes you along the course of Middle Boulder Creek, a slide waterfall, a set of tumbling cascades, and a variety of wildflowers that decorate the borders of
... Shanahan Ridge Hike Near BoulderThe Shanahan Ridge Loop Hike is an easy, 4-mile lollipop-loop trail with stunning views of the Shanahan Ridge of the Flatirons in Boulder, Colorado. Explore the full Shanahan Ridge Loop hike profile below for trail map, driving directions, and more tips and details to help you enjoy this hike in Boulder. Trail Snapshot: Shanahan Ridge Loop Trail in
Boulder, Colorado ... Ridgeline Open Space HikeRidgeline Open Space is nestled in the Meadows residential area of Castle
Rock. This network of over 13 miles of trails winds through elevated grasslands and gamble oak with a backdrop of distant snow-capped peaks of the Front Range. Hike it or bike it for a quick escape from the work week. Explore the full Ridgeline Open Space hike profile ... Bear Canyon Loop Hike at NCARThe Bear Canyon Loop Hike near Boulder, Colorado is a beautiful trail that spans wide open spaces and meadows near National Center for Atmospheric Research. The Bear Canyon Loop is a relatively easy 3.3-mile loop that features some of the best views of the Flatirons in Boulder. Explore the full NCAR Bear Canyon Loop hike profile below for trail
map, ... Beaver Loop Hike in Golden Gate CanyonThe Beaver Loop is a moderate 2.3-mile loop hike in Golden Gate Canyon State Park views of the snow-capped Rocky Mountains in the West. Add a
short segment to Slough Pond to make this a 3-mile hike. Explore the trail profile for a trail map, driving directions, and tips for this hike near Golden, CO Trail Snapshot: Beaver Loop in ... Windy Peak Hike in Golden Gate CanyonWindy Peak is a summit hike in Golden Gate Canyon State Park. A moderate to difficult 6.4-mile loop hike that follows meltwater creeks, crosses green meadows replete with wildflowers, and offers great views at the summit of the snow-capped Rocky Mountains in the West. Explore the full Windy Peak Hike profile for trail
map, driving directions, and many of the ... Meyers Homestead Hike in Walker RanchThe Meyers Homestead Hike located in Walker Ranch is an almost perfect family hike near Boulder,
Colorado. This 5.2-mile out-and-back hike travels through Meyers Gulch, past the remnants of a historic homestead, to an overlook offering panoramic views of Boulder Canyon and the snowcapped mountains of Indian Peaks. It's a wide trail through meadows, stands of aspen, and punctuated by ... Top 10 Dog Hikes Near DenverWhere can you hike with your dog near Denver? The truth is that you can take your dog with you on most trails near Denver--but there are exceptions. And there are some trails that require scrambles or have surfaces that just are not well suited for your dogs paws. So, we have used the following criteria for selecting this Top
... Raccoon Loop Hike in Golden Gate Canyon State ParkOur kids loved this 2.5 mile loop hike in
Golden Gate Canyon State Park. The trail sports lots of shade, panoramic views of snowcapped peaks, wildflowers, and trickling brooks. Be sure to see the details below regarding an annual raptor closure that detours one segment of this hike. Explore the full Raccoon Loop Hike profile for trail map, driving directions, ... Eldorado Cascades at Walker RanchEldorado Cascades is tucked back in Walker Ranch near Boulder, Colorado. It's an easy to moderate 1.25 mile hike from the Ethel Harrold Trailhead down to where South Boulder Creek winds through the park and crashes over the boulders blocking its path. Explore the full trail profile below for all the details: tips, trail map,
and driving directions to the ... Hiking Davis Ponds Hike at Staunton State ParkThe Davis Ponds loop is a short and easy hike, perfect for young families. Davis Ponds is a great place to take your kids fishing near Denver. Explore the full trail profile below for all the details: hiking trails, trail map, and detailed directions to the trailhead. Staunton State Park is one of Colorado's newest gems and
located just 45 ... Elk Range Trail at Centennial Cone ParkFor those who are looking for a nice hike that incorporates the highland meadows of Colorado and views to snowcapped mountains, then the Elk Range Trail at Centennial Cone Park is the perfect hike. The Elk Range Trail can be hiked as an out-and-back 6.6 mile adventure, starting from one of two different trailheads. We saw a lot
of wildlife ... Horseshoe Trail at Golden Gate Canyon ParkThe Horseshoe Trail in Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a wonderful hike for older kids, experienced and non-experienced hikers. It's a great trail for spotting wildlife, from birds to deer, viewing fall colors and wildflowers, and taking in the beautiful scenic view along the trail. Several of the backcountry campsites
areas are also accessible from the Horseshoe trail. We'll ... Blue Grouse Trail at Golden Gate Canyon ParkThe Blue Grouse Trail is a short, 1.6-mile hike on the western edges of Golden Gate Canyon State Park. A pleasant trail with little gain in elevation and mellow terrain makes this a great escape from the city. The Blue Grouse Trail is a perfect hiking trail for spotting wildlife, from birds to deer, viewing fall
colors and wildflowers, and ... St. Mary’s Glacier near Idaho Springs, ColoradoThe hike up to St. Mary’s Glacier ascends through a beautiful
forest and ends with stunning panoramic views--the kind you expect from a perfect short hike in Colorado. If you walk around St. Mary's lake then hike up the glacier, you will gain incredible views of the Rocky Mountains to the west. It is a quick hike--1.5 miles round-trip if ... Mt. Galbraith Loop via the Cedar Gulch TrailHiking Mt. Galbraith near Golden, Colorado will spoil you with it's views into two canyons and into the City of Golden. Mount Galbraith is about 25 minutes from downtown Denver, so it makes for a quick escape from the bustle of life in town to take in the fresh air of the foothills. This Colorado hiking trail is a moderate
... White Ranch Sunset Loop Near Golden, ColoradoThis loop hike in White Ranch Park is a great escape, a place to watch the glow of twilight on the city of Denver as the sun sets in the West. This Colorado trail is set at the very beginning of the foothills. You'll journey across a tranquil meadow punctuated with ponderosa pine and decorated with Spring and
early Summer ... Red Rocks Trail at Red Rocks ParkThe Red Rocks Trail at Red Rocks park gives you a chance to wander through the meadows just
east of the imposing red monoliths that this Denver Mountain Park is named after. Close to Denver, the Red Rocks Trail is great for a sunrise hike, an inspiring trail run or a challenging bike ride. There's more: a cave carved into ... Greenland Open Space Trail Near Larkspur, ColoradoRolling meadows stretch to spectacular views of Pikes Peak on this easy Colorado hike near Larkspur. The Greenland Trail takes you across the stunning grasslands near Larkspur, Colorado, a Douglas County Open Space that spreads across 3,600 acres of sun-drenched fields.The Greenland Open Space
trailhead can be easily accessed from I-25. Check out the full trail profile below for detailed ... Mt. Sanitas Hike Near BoulderIf you are visiting Boulder, this is
a great Colorado hike. Mt. Sanitas gives you several trail options ranging from an easy stroll along a meandering brook to a demanding trail up the mountainside. Explore the trail profile below for all the info you need on this hike near Boulder. Trail Snapshot: Mt. Sanitas Hike in Boulder Hike Distance 3.1 ... Forsythe Canyon to Waterfall and Gross ReservoirLooking for a trail that will provide some shade on a hot Colorado day? This hiking trail has shade, plus a waterfall, a stream, a canyon, and lake. It's hard to beat. Forsythe Canyon is just outside Boulder, Colorado (1hr 15min from Denver), and is an easy to moderate hike. Check out our full hiking trail
profile for details and ... Spruce Mountain Hikes Near LarkspurThese hikes along Spruce Mountain near Larkspur, Colorado offer both expansive vista of Colorado's rolling green hills and a unique view of Pikes Peak. Spruce Mountain is a tall butte just 45 minutes south of Denver. This hiking trail follows the outer edge of the mountain giving you a great 360 degree view of the area. Check out the
entire ... Meyer Ranch Open Space HikesMeyer Ranch is just 30 minutes outside of Denver, Colorado and offers three different hiking trail options, ranging from 2.4 to 4.8 mile, easy to moderate hikes. Check out the three different
hiking trail options for this hike near Conifer, Colorado. Trail Snapshot: Meyer Ranch Open Space Hikes Hike Distance 2.4 to 4.8 miles Round Trip Difficulty Easy to Moderate ... High Line Canal Hike – County Line to Fly’n B ParkThe High line Canal starts in the foothills and meanders over 60 miles through Denver, creating a treelined hiking and biking thoroughfare in the middle of the city. This stretch in Littleton, Colorado takes you past Fly'n B Park. Take the path south and you'll find yourself in Writer's Park. Scroll down for
the trail snapshot, and for further details ... Mount Falcon – Castle & Tower HikeA hike to castle ruins in Colorado? Yep. Throw in a lookout tower, a great view of Denver, of Red Rocks, and of the mountains, and you've got some of the highlights of the
Mount Falcon Trail. The trailhead is nestled in a community in the foothills just about 40 minutes from Denver. Here we detail a 2.3-mile loop trail ... Elk Meadow Park – South LoopElk Meadow Park is a great place to hike with your family, if you have little ones, or if you just want to talk with a friend as you hike and take in great views of Colorado. It is important to know that the adjacent off-leash dog park has been closed. Get all the info you need to hike Elk
... Flatirons Vista Loop TrailIf you are yearning for wide open spaces, the Flatirons Vista trail near Boulder, Colorado makes for a perfect hike. The trail has two loop options and links up to other hiking trails along the Flatirons. Explore the trail profile of this classic Colorado hike for a trail map and all the details like driving directions, trail difficulty rating, and
... Canyon Loop Trail – Betasso Preserve, BoulderThis hike at Betasso Preserve near Boulder, Colorado makes for a perfect evening escape to watch the sunset over the town
below. You'll cross through meadows dotted with wildflowers then under stands of Ponderosa pine that eventually open up to views to east. Explore the hiking trail profiles and map link below for details. Trail Snapshot: Canyon Loop Trail at ... Maxwell Falls Near Evergreen, ColoradoThe Maxwell Falls hike is our most popular hike near Denver. Why? Because it's a perfect Colorado family hike with a variety of terrain, and the it takes you to one of the closest waterfalls to Denver. Below you'll find three different hike options: a one mile hike, a three mile loop, and a four mile trek--all taking you to
... Is it good for dogs to go on hikes?The benefits of hiking with your dog
The physical, mental, and social benefits of exercising for dogs are well-documented—even a 30-minute walk aids weight management, promotes healthy joints, and gives dogs the mental stimulation that can help prevent destructive behaviors.
Can a dog go on a 10 mile hike?According to Pawsitively Intrepid, an average-sized dog in good shape should be able to take a 5-10 mile hike in his stride. After proper conditioning, he can probably up that total to 20 or more miles in a day.
Where can I hike with my dog in Tennessee?Hiking with Dogs in Tennessee. Roan Mountain State Park – Roan Mountain, Tennessee. ... . South Cumberland State Park – Monteagle, Tennessee. ... . Machine Falls – Tullahoma, Tennessee. ... . Enjoy!. Can I thru hike the AT with my dog?For a dog lover, one of the best things about the Appalachian Trail is being able to take your dog with you when you go hiking.
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