Updated: March 20, 2026
We've rounded up the top 25 hiking and biking trails in Colorado Springs. Whether you prefer slower strolls beneath towering rock formations or challenging hikes and rides through alpine forests, we have the trail for you.
Please remember to respect your fellow hiking and biking enthusiasts and follow this suggested trail etiquette.
Location: 1805 N. 30th Street
Difficulty: Easy
Total Mileage: .5-3.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 3,000 feet
Rated the #1 U.S. park by TripAdvisor, you’ll find both paved and natural trails that wind through magnificent red rock formations and offer stunning views of Pikes Peak at Garden of the Gods Park. The Garden of the Gods trail map offers a good overview of your options. There is an off-leash dog area between Rock Ledge Ranch and 30th Street, but dogs in the park must be leashed.
Location: 3550 W High St
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Total Mileage: 1-3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 feet
Red Rock Canyon Open Space offers a variety of trails that wind along red-rock canyons and ridges, providing great views of the Garden of the Gods. These trails connect to many other hiking trails in the area. There are two off-leash dog loops and a free-ride bike park.
Location: 410 JL Ranch Heights Rd
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Total Mileage: 20+ miles of trails
Elevation Gain: up tp 4,000 feet
Just south of Colorado Springs, you can explore nature’s diversity on 2,700 acres with prairie-to-peak ecosystems on 20 miles of hiking and biking trails at Cheyenne Mountain State Park. There is a $10 per vehicle entrance fee.
Location: 3650 Maizeland Rd
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Total Mileage: 6 miles
Elevation Gain: 1,299 feet
This 737-acre park offers hiking and biking on a mesa overlooking the city. Enclosed off-leash dog park as well as a separate off-leash area with incredible views. Dogs must be leashed in all other areas.
Location: 1401 Recreation Way
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Total Mileage: Over 22 miles of trails
Elevation Gain: 600 feet
This area is known for its unique rock formations created by the most recent geological uplift. The 585 acres can be accessed via two trailheads.
Location: 1704 S 21st St
Difficulty: Easy
Total Mileage: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 feet
Located near the foothills, this 25-acre off-leash park offers dogs and their owners a variety of hiking options and amenities, including shade, a creek, a small-dog area, an agility course and restrooms. Named a top-10 U.S. dog park and considered to be among the region's finest.
Location: 2010 Duckwood Rd
Difficulty: Easy
Total Mileage: .7 mile loop, as well as 16.3 miles of trails throughout the park
Elevation Gain: 511 feet
View wildlife, marshes, streams, and ponds as you hike these gentle and shaded trails at Fountain Creek Park.
Location: 126 Cimino Dr (America the Beautiful Park)
Difficulty: Easy
Total Mileage: 7.8 miles out and back
Elevation Gain: 282 feet
This 5-mile trail runs from the town of Manitou Springs to America the Beautiful Park in Colorado Springs; some sections run along streets.
Location: 515 Ruxton Ave.
Difficulty: Challenging
Total Mileage: 24-26 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 7,800 feet
This is a 12-mile (one-way) hike gaining 7,800 vertical feet from Manitou Springs to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain.
Parking Tip: Enjoy the great outdoors and support your local business by parking at Iron Springs Chateau during the day.
Location: access via Gold Camp Rd near 26th Street
Difficulty: Moderate
Total Mileage: 5.4 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 1,678 feet
A 6-mile loop hike of moderate difficulty among the pine forest with spectacular views, shade and a small waterfall.
Location: Bluff Ave
Difficulty: Moderate
Total Mileage: 2.3 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 449 feet
This new, less than 3-mile trail (round-trip) is part of the Intemann Trail and provides access to a summit that was only recently opened to the public.
Location: 134 Manitou Ave.
Difficulty: Challenging
Total Mileage: .9 miles (plus 4 miles back down Barr Trail)
Elevation Gain: 2,020 feet
For the ultimate workout, tackle the 1-mile, 2,000-foot vertical rise trail made from the track of a historic railcar line at the Manitou Incline. Descend on the lower 4 miles of the Barr Trail.
NOTE: The Manitou Incline requires all users to make a free online reservation before hiking. Learn details here.
Location: 4218 Co Rd 3A
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Total Mileage: 1.4 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 862 feet
Stare 1,000 feet into the famed Royal Gorge at Royal George Park. Outdoor enthusiasts of all abilities will find plenty of options for overlooks, winding trails and mountain biking.
Location: 3440 N Cheyenne Canon Rd
Difficulty: Moderate
Total Mileage: .6 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 298 feet
This short trail offers a pleasant hike through the forest alongside a cascading stream and waterfall.
Location: 3440 N Cheyenne Canyon Rd
Difficulty: Moderate
Total Mileage: 5.7 miles
Elevation Gain: 1,597 feet
This is an easy to moderate trail as there is a constant gain in elevation as you cross 7 bridges after hiking a portion of the old Midland Railroad line.
Location: 10585 Ute Pass Ave
Difficulty: Moderate/Challenging
Total Mileage: 6 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 1,800 feet
A 6-mile round-trip hike of moderate difficulty that starts in Green Mountain Falls and ends at South Catamount Reservoir.
Location: near the intersection of W U.S. 50 and Tunnel Drive
Difficulty: Easy
Total Mileage: 3.9 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 200 feet
This historic section of the Arkansas Riverwalk Trail enters three separate tunnels and offers stunning views of the Arkansas River Gorge.
Location: State Highway 105 and Mitchell Road
Difficulty: Moderate
Total Mileage: 4 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 800 feet
A 2.24-mile, out-and-back trail rated as moderate with great views of Monument, Colorado Springs and the mountains.
Location: 29950 Paint Mine Rd
Difficulty: Easy
Total Mileage: 3.4 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 350 feet
Rich in both animal and plant life, the park’s gentle trails take you past overhangs, spires, hoodoos, carved walls and chasms, all in beautiful colors such as golden yellow, rose pink, snowy white and mauve. No dogs are allowed.
Location: 3440 N Cheyenne Canon Rd
Difficulty: Easy
Total Mileage: 1.88 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 588 feet
This one-way trail parallels N. Cheyenne Canon Road and heads up to the summit. Along the way, you'll see great views of Stratton Open Space, Seven Falls and Will Rogers Shrine.
Location: 2400 Rampart Range Rd
Difficulty: Moderate
Total Mileage: 5.2 mile loop
Elevation Gain: 918 feet
This loop trail takes you on a pleasant 5-mile hike near Woodland Park. Once at the ridge, you’ll have a great view of the north face of Pikes Peak.
Location: 615 Teller County Rd 62
Difficulty: Moderate/Challenging
Total Mileage: 5 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 860 feet
A wonderful 4.2-mile hike in Pike National Forest that is great for families and dogs. If you want a more intense hike, you can go all the way to the summit of Pikes Peak.
Location: 21045 Highway 67 South
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Total Mileage: 55 miles of hiking trails
Elevation Gain: up to 2,000 feet
Scenic wildlife viewing of elk, bighorn sheep, and birds on 5,511 acres of land with 55 miles of hiking and biking trails. No dogs are allowed. There is a $10 vehicle fee and a $4 personal daily entrance fee.
Location: CO-67 South
Difficulty: Challenging
Total Mileage: 5.5 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 1,191 feet
A 5.5-mile out-and-back trail located near Woodland Park, rated as difficult. Great for hiking and mountain biking from May to October.
Ecology Park Trailhead Location: Temple Canyon Road
Eagle Wing Trailhead Location: intersection of Colburn Lane & West New York Ave
Difficulty: Easy/Advanced
Total Mileage: 10-mile trail system
Elevation Gain: 560 feet
Both beginning and advanced mountain bikers will enjoy this 10-mile trail system. Climb technical singletrack to Great Escape for views of the south side of the Royal Gorge.
Please remember to respect your fellow hiking and biking enthusiast and take a few minutes to learn how to keep our natural wonders wonderful for years to come.
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