HIKING AND TRAIL RUNNING IN CAñON CITY
If you're a hiker or runner who loves incredible scenic vistas, challenging terrain, easy accesss to trailheads, and everything else that the great outdoors provides, Cañon City is a trail-user's mecca. We offer over 52 miles of singletrack trail on public, BLM, and City of Cañon City landscapes. All of our trails are FREE to use. Find a trail, practice Leave No Trace principles, and have some fun!
We are proud to be featured as an American Trail Running Association (ATRA) Trail Town. Read more here about some of our favorite running routes and also some 'beta' for visiting the area. We're also proud members of the ATRA organization.
Interested in running events? FAR hosts many events throughout the year, including trail runs that offer easy to very challenging courses. Our events feature some of the most incredible scenery in Southern Colorado, and profits from the events help us to continue our mission of providing recreational opportunities to our community.
We are proud to be featured as an American Trail Running Association (ATRA) Trail Town. Read more here about some of our favorite running routes and also some 'beta' for visiting the area. We're also proud members of the ATRA organization.
Interested in running events? FAR hosts many events throughout the year, including trail runs that offer easy to very challenging courses. Our events feature some of the most incredible scenery in Southern Colorado, and profits from the events help us to continue our mission of providing recreational opportunities to our community.
Resolution Run
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Snow Queen 5/10K
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RunBlossom
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Point Alta Vista Trail Run
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TRAILS BY ABILITY
EASY HIKES / RUNSRivewalk
System: Riverwalk This gorgeous, 7-mile stretch of wide, gravel trail will give you plenty of time to clear your head and enjoy the views of the Arkansas River. Start at Centennial Park, the Sells Avenue Trailhead, or Makenzie Avenue (though be aware that the stretch from Makenzie to Reynolds is a bit more remote). Tunnel Drive System: Rivewalk At the western-most end of the Riverwalk, Tunnel Drive has its own trailhead and parking area. Overcome the steep hill at the begining and it's just .25 miles to the Tunnels and 2 more miles of flat, beautiful trail to the end. This is an out-and-back only. |
INTERMEDIATEMuttin Bustin'
System: South Cañon Trails The singletrack is a little more even here, but you can find plenty of elevation gain and views to keep your head happy. Start at the Eagle Wing Traihead and head up Muttin' Bustin' for a great warmup, then head out on tougher trails. Graneros System: Hogbacks Open Space This is a great trail system to get into trail running or mountain biking. Try running Greenhorn for some warm-up hills, Graneros for some flowy singlegrack, and challenge yourself to climb Old Skyline Drive if you're training or want a great view of the City. |
CHALLENGINGFire Canyon, Island in the Sky
System: Oil Well Flats You can find big elevation gain and lots of technical rock-hopping on this trail system outside of Cañon City. Run up the backside of Island in the Sky to achieve a great view...and descend the harder, rockier terrain. FAR Out, Darkside of the Moon, One Track Mind System: Royal Gorge Trails Hills galore meet you on this view-rich trail system. There are plenty of rocks on the trail and lots of climbing, no matter which trail you choose. Start at the small parking lot on 3A, run up The Maze or Twisted Cistern, head out on some trails, then head back to your vehicle on a nice long descent. Beta: Made in the Shade is almost exactly 5K, so it's a great training run for trail-based events. |
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Need maps? Download a FREE Adventure guide. Or, use the COTrex app to help you navigate the trails in our area.
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