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Waldo Canyon Loop Trail

Basics
Location:
Manitou Springs
Setting:
Mountainous
Length:
7 mile roundtrip
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
3.5 to 4.5 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
7000 feet
Elevation Change:
1000 feet
Season:
Best in Summer

Description

Foot trail. Motorized vehicles are prohibited. It is a loop trail and it overlooks Waldo Canyon. This is a very good nature trail. Many species of animals and plants may be viewed along this trail.

This trail is the most heavily used trail on the Pikes Peak District. Two miles in the trail opens into a meadow near a stream. Reportedly this is the site of the former Waldo Hog Ranch for which the trail is named. At the end of the meadow is the junction of a three mile loop. Occasionally, deer and bighorn sheep may be spotted, but the views, birds, wildflowers and trees make the trip worthwhile.

Details

Location:
Manitou Springs
Setting:
Mountainous
Length:
7 mile roundtrip
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
3.5 to 4.5 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
7000
Elevation Change:
1000
Season:
Best in Summer
Useful Map(s):
USGS Quads: Cascade, Pikes Peak
Additional Details:
Drinking water is not readily available. Water from streams should be treated before use. Hikers are advised to carry an adequate supply.

Map + Directions

Basic Directions

Trail begins 2 miles west of the end of the Manitou Springs Bypass on U.S. 24. There is a parking area alongside the highway. A wooden sign and a post and rail fence marks the beginning of the trail.

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