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Hogback Trail

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  2. CO
  3. …Front Range
  4. Ken Caryl
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“This gentle trail offers great wildflower viewing. ”

Derek Griffiths
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2.3

Miles

3.7

KM

Point to Point

6,206' 1,892 m

High

5,927' 1,807 m

Low

336' 102 m

Up

147' 45 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

8%

Max Grade (5°)

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Features Fall Colors · Wildflowers · Wildlife

This trail is for use by Ken Caryl residents only.

Description

Starting at the parking area at the entrance to the Ken Caryl Valley, the Hogback Trail is the start to a network of over 35 miles of trails throughout the Ken Caryl Valley.

This gentle trail climbs gradually between the Dakota and Lyons Hogback mountains, offering a wonderful feeling of isolation.

Flora & Fauna

Numerous wildflowers can be seen along the Hogback Trail in summer time. Also keep an eye out for rattlesnakes and coyotes.

Contacts

Land Manager: Ken Caryl Metro District

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Derek Griffiths
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  2.0 from 2 votes

#5

in Ken Caryl

#46189

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#5

in Ken Caryl

#3,332

in Colorado

#46,189

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May 21, 2021 near Ken Caryl, CO

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Jun 1, 2018
Erin Andersen
Mileage and distance combined with Lyons Trail 3.3mi — 1h 02m
Jul 15, 2017
Ashley Slappey
1mi

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