Beaver Meadows Loop Trail
Description:
The Beaver Meadows
Loop Trails are a series of trails that travel through the Beaver Meadows
area of the Park. They total 5.7 miles in length. They are generally level
and easy to hike. Horse traffic can be heavy at times from the nearby stables
at Moraine Park. These trails are especially good for viewing wildlife, particularly
elk. The trails travel in and out of ponderosa pine stands. They can be accessed
on the north from the Upper Beaver Meadows Road and on the south from the
Moraine Park Road. Great views of the surrounding peaks can be found at many
spots along these trails.
Features:
| Length: |
5.7 miles (9.17 kilometers) |
|
Elevation Range:
|
8,100' - 8,160' |
| Elevation change: |
60 feet |
| Season: |
May 1 - Nov 1 |
| Difficulty: |
Easy |
| Use: |
Low to moderate |
| USGS maps: |
Longs Peak |
| Trailheads: |
Upper Beaver Meadows |
| Restrictions: |
No pets are permitted
|
| Suitable for mountain bikes: |
No (not permitted) |
| Suitable for horses: |
Yes |
Vicinity Map
Directions:
The
Beaver Meadows Loop Trails are most easily reached from the Upper Beaver Meadows
Road and trailhead. Take Highway 36 about 1.2 miles from the Beaver Meadows
Entrance to the Upper Beaver Meadows Road (gravel). Follow this road about
1.4 miles to the Upper Beaver Meadows Trailhead. There is room for 15 to 20
vehicles. A horse trailer can be parked in a wide area near the beginning
of the loop. There are restroom facilities at this trailhead. Follow the trail
directly south from the trailhead.
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