Posted October 13, 2020 Watertown Canyon is nice up to the Colorado trail and back, although it’s not a 8 hour trek. 2 hours ago, Laci French said: Thinking about a really intense hike...8 or 10 hours. Know a good spot? 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 13, 2020 15 hours ago, Laci French said: Thinking about a really intense hike...8 or 10 hours. Know a good spot? 🤣 As a matter of fact I do. I enjoy the intense hikes 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 13, 2020 15 hours ago, Seeker5280 said: Watertown Canyon is nice up to the Colorado trail and back, although it’s not a 8 hour trek. Thanks 😊 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 13, 2020 50 minutes ago, Laci French said: Thanks 😊 There:: I believe you have everything you need for a successful 10 mile hike.... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 13, 2020 Baby carrots🤣🤣🤣 how perfect 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 13, 2020 16 hours ago, Seeker5280 said: Watertown Canyon is nice up to the Colorado trail and back, although it’s not a 8 hour trek. I'm not familiar with Watertown Canyon. I'm familiar with Waterton Canyon...is that what you were referring to? Before going to Waterton Canyon, check and make sure it is open. I believe I saw on TV a week ago or so that it was closed and going to be closed for awhile. It's a great place to hike and see can see all kinds of wildlife including Bighorn Sheep. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 13, 2020 FYI, I just cut and pasted this from Denver Water Website for Waterton Canyon: Fishing: The stream fishery is managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. For lake fishing, note that Strontia Springs is difficult to access from the Bear Creek Trail above Waterton or at the South Platte. Handicapped accessible fishing pier: A mile and a quarter up the canyon, the site was chosen for its mountain canyon stream location and access to fish habitat structures in the river. Handicapped persons have priority use. Biking: For the first 6.5 miles of trail, road bikes are suitable. Beyond the dam, mountain bikes are a must. Hiking: The canyon offers a 6.5-mile hike to the dam. The Colorado Trail continues above the reservoir about 10 miles to the confluence of the North Fork of the South Platte and the South Platte. The Colorado Trail continues to Durango. Waterton also connects to the Roxborough State Park system. Horseback riding: Waterton Canyon connects to the Chatfield State Parks trail system and the U.S. Forest Service Indian Creek system. Trailer parking is provided at Waterton and at the Discovery Pavilion. Wildlife viewing: Bighorn sheep and mule deer are often seen in the canyon, which also hosts more than 40 species of birds. To protect the bighorn sheep, dogs are not allowed on the canyon trails. If you like to hike with your dogs, Waterton Canyon is not the place to go due to the no dog policy. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 13, 2020 If it is open, Waterton is beautiful, and has surprisingly great fishing, especially for being so close to town. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 14, 2020 On 10/12/2020 at 4:53 PM, Laci French said: Thinking about a really intense hike...8 or 10 hours. Know a good spot? How about the Colorado Trail south side of Twin Lakes to the Willis Gulch Trail that goes south between Quail Mountain and Mount Hope. The Colorado Trail portion is moderate but the Willis Gulch Trail gets serious. Be sure and check out the old (1800's) Inter-Laken Hotel and Dexter's House. https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/willis-gulch-trail-1470 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 14, 2020 and if you go might as well check out the Twin Lakes Inn ....... 1800's hotel and one time brothel. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 14, 2020 2 hours ago, gr8owl said: and if you go might as well check out the Twin Lakes Inn ....... 1800's hotel and one time brothel. How awesome and thank you sweetheart 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 14, 2020 8 hours ago, BadBoy said: If it is open, Waterton is beautiful, and has surprisingly great fishing, especially for being so close to town. Thanks and fishing sounds so fun. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 14, 2020 16 hours ago, BadBoy said: If it is open, Waterton is beautiful, and has surprisingly great fishing, especially for being so close to town. Thanks for the update. I've heard it has great fishing, but I've never hiked up the canyon to find out. Shame on me 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2020 Another nice set of trails is the Mount Lincoln Open Space in southern Douglas County. Just off HWY 83 and Jones Road. 2 trails, both about 4 miles, rolling terrain, open fields, some forest and hills. Not crowded and great for dogs! We hiked it yesterday and it was beautiful! 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 16, 2020 16 hours ago, Apples said: Another nice set of trails is the Mount Lincoln Open Space in southern Douglas County. Just off HWY 83 and Jones Road. 2 trails, both about 4 miles, rolling terrain, open fields, some forest and hills. Not crowded and great for dogs! We hiked it yesterday and it was beautiful! Thanks 😊 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 21, 2020 Laci, I haven't heard your report on the Spruce Mountain hike. Did you see any hawks there? -Perfect Stranger 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
