Beaver Point Trail
Description:
The Beaver Point
Trail is a short, level hike from Beaver Meadows to a point above the east
entrance to the park. The entire trail travels through open areas offering
great views of the surrounding peaks. Elk and mule deer are often seen in
this area. The trail begins from the Deer Ridge-Moraine Park Trail and travels
east, crossing Highway 36. It ends in an area of park residences above the
east entrance. This trail is seldom used by visitors to the park.
Features:
| Length: |
.76 miles (1.22 kilometers) |
|
Elevation Range:
|
8,244' - 8,305' |
| Elevation change: |
86 feet |
| Season: |
May 1 - Nov 1 |
| Difficulty: |
Easy |
| Use: |
Low |
| USGS maps: |
Longs Peak |
| Trailheads: |
Upper Beaver Meadows Road |
| Restrictions: |
No pets are permitted
|
| Suitable for mountain bikes: |
No (not permitted) |
| Suitable for horses: |
Yes |
Vicinity Map
Altitude Profile
Directions:
The
Beaver Point Trail most easily reached from the Upper Beaver Meadows Road.
Take Highway 36 about 1.2 miles from the Beaver Meadows Entrance to the Upper
Beaver Meadows Road (gravel). There is a parking area on the east side of
Highway 36.
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