Day Hike in Boulder: Green Mountain
Description:
Green Mountain is one of Boulder's favorite local hikes and a great summit if you are visiting town (or need a break from nearby Denver). Fit hikes can do the trip in 3-4 hours easily, while a more casual pace is a nice half-day outing. Along the way you'll see great views of the fabled Flatiron rock formations and incredible mountain views of Boulder to the east and the Rocky Mountains to the west.
Author: James Dziezynski
Day 1 - Boulder
There are several options for hiking to Green Mountain's summit. Perhaps the most scenic and challenging starts from the Gregory Canyon Trailhead, located just west of Chautauqua Park. HIkers have the options of taking the Saddle Rock Trail or the Amphitheater Trail up to the E.M. Greenman Trail which will lead to the 8,500 ft. plus summit. Though it is an intermediate hike with no technical climbing needed, Green Mountain gains elevation quickly and is a good work out. Dogs are welcome on the peak but must divert to a "dogs only" trail to make it to the top (these splits are well marked). You can expect 4-5 hours of hiking round trip. If you're fit and want a longer day, you can traverse over to Bear Peak and South Boulder Peak along the Boulder Parks trail system.
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Chautauqua Park
Location:
view in google mapsNinth Street & Baseline Road
Boulder, CO 80302
Phone:
303 442 32822
Flagstaff Mountain
Location:
view in google mapsFlagstaff Mountain Road
Flagstaff Mountain Road
Boulder, CO 80302
Phone:
+1 303 441 34082
Boulder Ranger District
Location:
view in google maps2140 Yarmouth Ave.
Boulder, CO 80301
Phone:
303-444-6600