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😍 Such a gorgeous place to spend time!! Definitely worth a visit when in Boulder, CO. ⛰️ Eldorado Canyon State Park offers a series of activities for everyone. There are both very short, easy hikes and difficult ones. The park also offers picnic and fishing areas and rock climbing. 🧗♂️🧗♀️ During our visit, we did two hikes: 📌 Streamside Trail 🥾 0.5 miles out & back 📈 170 ft elevation, an easy route 📌 Eldorado Canyon Trail 🥾 6.6 miles out & back 📈 1,978 ft elevation, a challenging route 📍 Boulder, Colorado ⛰️🥾⛰️ 🏞️ Before you go, be sure to check the website because timed vehicle reservations are required for access to Eldorado Canyon State Park from May to September and during the summer on weekends and holidays. #boulder #colorado #coloradoparksandwildlife #eldoradocanyonstatepark #trail #hiking #eldorado #boulderco
inspiredtravelgraminspiredtravelgram
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Visiting Denver, Boulder or live nearby??! Check out this lesser-known State Park: 📍 Eldorado Canyon State Park 🔹Search @alltrails for the level of difficulty and length of hike you’re looking for (we did Rattlesnake Gultch) 🐶 Dogs allowed on leash ⏰ Timed-entry reservations required from May 15th-September 15th OR 🚌 Catch a shuttle at the various RTD Park-n-Ride’s and shuttle in -Parks Pass Still Required for entry- 🖥️ Visit @coparkswildlife website to make a reservation 🎟️ State Parks Pass or daily fee ($10) required for entry 🥾 Please practice Leave No Trace principles and leave the trail better than you found it! 🏷️ Tag a friend you’re bringing to this epic state park! . . . #coloradostateparks #coloradohikes #visitcolorado #Womenwhohike #boulderhikes #denverhikes #coloradoparks
rebeexploresrebeexplores
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Give ‘em to me in red form. Snowy. Smooth or jagged. Towering or tiny. We love rocks! Don’t we, outdoorsy humans? Here are 6 places to see epic ROCK FORMATIONS in Colorado (save for future adventures): - Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs - Eldorado Canyon State Park, Eldorado Springs - Red Rocks Amphitheater, Denver - Flatirons, Boulder - Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP - Colorado National Monument, Grand Junction Are you adding any of these to your list?! If you visit make sure to read trail conditions and regulations before heading out. And as always, leave it better than ya found it. @leavenotraceorg (honestly I just wanted to use this audio 😂 this one’s for YOU @doukakis3 !) #bigrocks #redrocksco #letsexplore #coloradohikes #loveoutdoors #wearestillwild #funnyreelsvideo #naturereels
kara_wanderingkara_wandering
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🏔️ Visiting Colorado this winter? These are my fave winter hikes in Colorado! They’re not too long or steep, but they each have amazing views. I love going right after a fresh snowfall 😍 So magical! Save for later! And send this to your adventure buddy 👯♀️ ❄️ Emerald Lake Trail - Distance: 3 miles - Elevation Gain: 682 ft. - Difficulty: Easy/Moderate (out-of-towners might rate this as moderate because of the high altitude) - Notes: This trail takes you alongside 3 beautiful lakes (Nymph, Dream, & Emerald) You can easily add on a 4th (Bear Lake) by just making a right turn at the trailhead! ❄️ Mayflower Gulch - Distance: 6 miles - Elevation Gain: 1548 ft. - Difficulty: Moderate - very steady incline! - Gear: You’ll need snowshoes! The first section through the trees might be packed down, but the snow gets a lot deeper near the mining cabin! ❄️ Rattlesnake Gulch - Eldorado Canyon State Park - Distance: 2.9 miles - Elevation Gain: 728 ft. - Difficulty: Moderate - Notes: Make sure not to end your hike at the Crags Hotel Ruins! Keep going past it to the Continental Divide Overlook! HAPPY HIKING! 🥾🌲❄️🏔️⛄️ #coloradohiking #winterwonderland #colorado #girlswhohike
the.worried.wandererthe.worried.wanderer
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Oh Eldorado 🤍 Hands down one of my favorite parks in Colorado, and one of my most frequented too. I rehabbed my ankle here post surgery. I bring all my visiting friends and family here. I’ve hiked every trail, every direction. It’s a spot that feels like home away from home. Details for Eldorado Canyon State Park: - $10 entrance fee or CO state park pass required - 3 main trail options, all varying degrees of difficulty. Research them and find which works best for you. - dog friendly, leashes required. There are spots in this park that don’t allow dogs at all, it’ll be obvious so watch for signs. - rock climbing - picnic tables for families - visitor center Everything you need for an amazing day in the mountains! Eldorado does get packed on weekends so be prepared. Do you wanna visit Eldorado? *if you visit this pristine park, be sure to leave it better than you found it. As traffic has increased the last couple years, so has the trash. Mother Nature deserves better - @leavenotraceorg 👏🏼 Happy hiking! #eldoradocanyon #coloradoparks #colorado_activities #colorado_travel #stateparks #bucketlisthike #canyonhike #wearestillwild
kara_wanderingkara_wandering
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📍Save this for your next winter hike! El Dorado Canyon State Park is just about 20 minutes from Boulder & Denver 👉🏼Here are three trails to try! 🥾 Rattlesnake Gulch Trail - 2.9 mi (moderate) 🥾 Eldorado Canyon Trail - 6.6 mi (moderate) 🥾 Fowler Trail - 4mi (easy) 💵 There is an entry fee unless you have the Keep Colorado Wild addition to your Colorado vehicle licensing or you have a separate State Parks Pass 🧥🥶 Always remember to bring microspikes, water and extra layers when winter hiking! Where are some of your favorite areas to winter hike? . . . #winterhiking #coloradohikes #womenwhohike #dogfriendlyhike
rebeexploresrebeexplores
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Nearby Attractions Of Eldorado Canyon State Park
Eldorado Canyon State Park Visitor Center
Continental Divide Overlook
Crags Hotel Ruins

Eldorado Canyon State Park Visitor Center
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Continental Divide Overlook
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Crags Hotel Ruins
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Basic Info
Address
9 Kneale Rd, Eldorado Springs, CO 80025
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(303) 494-3943
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Website
cpw.state.co.us
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Description
Eldorado Canyon State Park is part of the Colorado State Park system. It was established in 1978 and is located in Boulder County near the city of Boulder. The park consists of two areas, the Inner Canyon and Crescent Meadows. The park encompasses 885 acres with a variety of recreation opportunities available.
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