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RMNP: Bridal Veil Falls
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A 6.2 mile hike that winds through a mountain valley, eventually joining Cow Creek and terminating at Bridal Veil Falls.

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RMNP: Boulder Brook Trail
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A 6.2 mile hike that begins by following a brook with numerous cascades, continues to stunning views at higher elevations, and finishes with a gorgeous waterfall. Take the free shuttle back to your starting point.

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Chautauqua Park: Royal Arch Trail
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A short, strenuous hike that has you scrambling over rock slides and boulders as well as climbing/descending numerous rock stairs. However, the view from the top and the arch itself make it all worth it. The trail has a decent elevation gain over the short distance and is definitely not just a stroll in the park.

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Ouzel Falls Trail
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A 5.4 mile out-and-back hike that passes numerous waterfalls and cascades. The trail begins by following North St. Vrain Creek to Copeland Falls, a series of falls dropping 12ft. Later, the trail crosses the creek and climbs to Calypso Cascades, a 90ft series of cascades streaming down the mountain fed by Cony Creek. After crossing the cascades on a series of bridges, the trail climbs another mile to Ouzel Falls, a 60ft waterfall fed by Ouzel Creek. Turn around here for the 5.4mi hike or continue on to Ouzel or Bluebird Lakes if you desire a longer trek.

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Chasm Falls & Trail Ridge Road
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A driving tour of RMNP with a short stop at Chasm Falls.

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Chautauqua Park: First Flatiron
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A short, but difficult trail that starts in Chautauqua Park in Boulder. Panoramic views are plentiful. Early in the journey, you’ll have views of Boulder and the surronding areas. Later in the hike, you’ll be able to look out towards Denver. On a clear day, even downtown Denver is visible in the distance.

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Red Rocks: Trading Post Trail
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A relatively flat hike that circles four of the park’s major rock formations, which give the park its name. The trail crosses Red Rock Park Rd twice during the loop and passes the Red Rocks Amphitheatre before returning to the visitor center.

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Mist Trail – Vernal/Nevada Falls
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A trail from the Happy Isles Bridge following the Merced River up to Vernal and Nevada Falls.

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Upper Yosemite Falls
Upper Yosemite Falls Trail

The Upper Yosemite Falls trail is a workout, climbing 2750+ feet over 2.5 miles from the valley floor to the top of the falls. The trail begins climbing immediately as you traverse numerous switchbacks up the side of the mountain through rocky, forest terrain. As the trail levels off and you circle the mountain, the forest cover begins to thin out, giving you views of the valley and the falls. Then, more climbing begins as you circle and scale the backside of the mountain and reach the falls from behind. In good weather, you’ll have views of the entire valley from the Upper Yosemite Falls overlook.

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