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Dry Creek Trail
Boulder Open Space & Mountain Parks

Date Hiked: January 30, 2016

Distance: 1.8 mi (RT)
Elevation Gain: 111ft
Elevation Min/Max: 5,283 to 5,339ft
Trailhead Lat/Long: 39º 59' 59" N; 105º 11' 28" W
Managing Agency: City of Boulder OSMP
Fee: None

Dry Creek Trailhead Webpage
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From Boulder, take US 36 southeast to the Foothills Parkway Exit. Head north on Foothills Parkway and turn east on Baseline Road.  At Cherryvale Road, turn north then a quick turn east to stay on Baseline Road.  Just after passing the Reservoir off to the right, turn right into the Dry Creek Trailhead Parking Area.

The Dry Creek Trail is a quick and easy walk along the plains east of Boulder.  The trail is great for dogs and kids and anyone looking for a quick stretch of the legs.  The highlight of the hike is the view of the Boulder foothills beyond Baseline Reservoir.  Unfortunately, you can not access Baseline Reservoir from the Dry Creek Trail, but you can get close enough to enjoy the view.  


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