60 Hikes within 60 miles: Denver and Boulder” by Kim Lipker
The Lower Columbine Trail makes its way up the canyon from behind the Starsmore Discovery Center up to the Middle Columbine Trail (near the read) to Upper Columbine Trail (near Helen Hunt Falls). The Lower Columbine Trail, featured here, leaves the behind the tranquil Starsmore Discovery Center and makes its was 1 mile up the road from the main park gate.
Book Stats:
- Length: 2 miles
- Configuration: Out-and-Back
- Exposure: Shaded
- Difficulty: Easy
- Hiking Time:50 minutes
- 6200-6600 feet
My Stats:
- Total Distance: 3.51 miles round trip
- Time: 1:16
I forgot my Garmin, so these are Fitbit stats.
This was a very nice hike with a lot more trails to explore. We went into the Middle trail until Sinead said enough was enough and stopped.
I would recommend anyone looking to spend a couple of hours around Colorado Springs stop by.
Do not try and follow the description in the book. Go directly to the discovery center and just follow the trail.
