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October 21, 2018

Audubon Nature Trail, Chatfield State Park, Douglas County (1 mi (RT); minimal elevation gain)

October 16, 2018

UPDATE: Fountain Valley Trail, Roxborough State Park, Douglas County (2.7 mi (RT); 500 ft elevation gain)

October 12, 2018

UPDATE: Bruin Bluff Trail, Lair o' the Bear Park, Jefferson County Open Space, Denver Area (1.6 mi (RT); 277 ft elevation gain)

October 4, 2018

Winiger Ridge Trail, Roosevelt National Forest, Front Range/Boulder Area (3.3 mi (RT); 900 ft elevation gain)

September 30, 2018

September 13, 2018

Argentine Central Railroad Grade, Clear Creek County Open Space, Front Range (2.3 mi (RT); 590 ft elevation gain)

Tanglewood / Rosalie Trails, Mt. Evans Wilderness, Pike National Forest, Front Range (4.5 mi (RT); 1,150 ft elevation gain)

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FALL COLORS PART 2: COTTONWOOD & OAK SEASON

After the aspens have gone bare and the weather starts to cool down significantly, the second autumn show in Colorado begins. The foliage at Colorado's lower elevations starts to change to beautiful shades of gold, orange, and red. Head to the rivers and lakes where the cottonwoods give the aspens a run for their money. Also look to the foothills and plains for oaks turning red and orange. Here are few suggestions to keep the colorful fall going for a bit longer. For more options click here or visit the "Hikes with Fall Colors" Category from the menu.

Lincoln Mountain Trail, Lincoln Mountain Open Space, Douglas County (3.8 mi (RT); 530 ft elevation gain) - This remote open space park has miles of trails that pass through striking patches of oak scrub. Throw in some killer views of Pikes Peak and this park is worth a fall outing.

Stone House Trail, Bear Creek Greenbelt, Lakewood Parks (7 mi (RT); 490 ft elevation gain) - The Stone House Trail follows Bear Creek through southwestern Lakewood. Miles of beautiful cottonwoods and a terrific view at the end make this a great fall hike and very close to Denver.

Audubon Discovery Loop, Chatfield State Park, Douglas County (3.1 mi (RT); 312 ft elevation gain) - The southern section of Chatfield State Park is a treasure trove of late fall color. Miles of golden cottonwoods line the South Platte River and the ponds that make up this wetland and riparian habitat. Start at the Audubon Discovery Center and walk as far as you want.

Creek Botton>Inner Canyon>Lake Gulch>Rimrock Loop, Castlewood Canyon State Park, Douglas County (6.8 mi (RT); 1,132 ft elevation gain) - Castlewood Canyon is one of the prettiest spots in Douglas County in mid-October. The park is blazing with fall colors. The canyon bottoms are littered with cottonwoods and oak trees providing every color in the rainbow.

COLORADO HIKING NEWS

September 18, 2018 - Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge Opens with 10.3 miles of Trails and Plenty of Controversy - The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service opened the trail system at Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday September 15th. While this area promises wonderful hiking opportunities at the base of the Front Range foothills, it is not without a certain degree of controversy over the refuges past history of building uranium nuclear triggers for the U.S. Military. Click here for a good article and be sure to do your own research before heading out on the trails.