Fall is among the most beautiful times of the year to visit Colorado. For the month of September I am going to highlight some of the best hikes that I have found to see the leaves changing colors.
This three-mile pathway may well be the most traversed portion of the 500-mile Colorado Trail from Denver to Durango — and for good reason. The stunning fall colors against a backdrop of imposing 13ers and 14ers is stunning.
Birdie enjoying the outdoors and the Aspen's hiking around Kenosha Pass.
| Hike Distance | <1 to 14.4 miles Round Trip |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy to Moderate |
| Duration | Depends on Segment Hiked |
| Trail Type | Out and Back |
| Starting Elevation | 10,000′ |
| Elevation Gain | Approx +400′ for shorter hikes |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Dogs | Allowed On Leash |
| Hike Trail Map | Click for a Map of Kenosha Pass |
| Denver Drive Time | 1 hr 30 min |
| Peak Time | Sept 15th - Sept 30th |
| Town Nearest Hike | Grant, Colorado |
| Beauty | aspen groves, creek, wildflowers, mountain range views, views of South Park, wildlife: moose |
| Activities | Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, photography, snowshoeing, camping |
Getting To Kenosha Pass
Kenosha Pass is located about 65 miles southwest of Denver along US 285. From Denver, take US 285 towards Bailey, Colorado. From Bailey, continue driving approximately 19 miles on 285 to the Kenosha Pass Trailhead.
Parking
The trailhead parking area is located on both East (left when coming from Denver) and West (right side when coming from Denver) of 285
Hiking
The Colorado trail offers to distinct hiking area segment 5 on the East and segement 6 on the West. Both of these hikes are point to point hikes, meaning you'll need to turn around and come back unless you're planning on backpacking the length of the Colorado trail to Darango. Segment 5 in a more moderate hike without steep elevation gains while segment 6 is more difficult. Segment 6 has more coverage from the thick aspens. It is overall the more popular option when hiking Kenosha Pass.
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