Pumpkins, sweaters, festive Starbucks drinks? Yes please! For most people, fall is their favorite time of year due to the beautiful foliage and the cooler weather. You can finally go outside and get active without excessively sweating or feeling dehydrated. There are so many different ways to experience the wonders of nature during this time of year. The team at Odyssey Training Center loves to take advantage of our Colorado surroundings. One of the best ways to clear your mind and behold the power of Mother Nature is by going on a hike. The following are some of the best hikes you can take in Colorado when trying to get a firsthand look at fall foliage.
This trail, nestled in the heart of Aspen, CO features all of the feature trees you could hope for. If you are going to hike this trail, be aware that it is nearly seven miles roundtrip. The lake on this trail takes on a glass like appearance on days when the wind is mild. Make sure to bring your cameras to capture the lake with the stunning fall colors in the background.
In days gone by, the West Snowmass Trail was the best route to take when trying to get to Capitol Peak. Since the development of the Capitol Creek Trailhead, many hikers have forgotten all about this path, which is great since it’s never that crowded. When hiking this trail, you can be sure to feel at peace and grab a great view of a lot of Aspen trees along the way.
This large loop starts out in the small town of Marble, Co. Not only will you be able to experience the breathtaking foliage, but you can also take a look at the world famous Marble Mile as well. It will take a bit of time and gas to get to this hiking destination, but it will be well worth it in the long run.
The hike to Triangle Pass has been described as both hard and absolutely stunning. The views are worth it, we promise! When you reach the top of this trail, you will be able to seek Maroon Bells AND Pyramid Peak. The whole journey up the pass is filled with beautiful scenery, and of course the end product is not one to be missed.
Looking for great views of Quandary Peaks and fall foliage, but not committed to hiking a million (okay maybe an exaggeration) miles? Then McCullough Gulch (2.9 miles round trip) is the perfect place for you! Be sure to grab your camera to take some pictures of this beautiful trail. This is among one of the most popular hiking trails near Denver, so be sure to plan out your trip to avoid crowds.
This trail, located near the Sawatch Range is a great place to go see the colors of the leaves change during the fall months of the year. There are a variety of aspen groves and lakes to view on this trail (so it gives you the best of both worlds). This is a 5 mile roundtrip hike that is easy for novices to take on, so get your cameras ready, your backpacks filled, and hike away!
This trail is just 25 miles north of Colorado Springs. Be sure to prepare if you are going to brave this trail because it is a nearly 10 mile roundtrip hike. This has an expansive network of trails that will allow you to get a firsthand look of what Mother Nature has to offer.
What are you waiting for? Grab those water bottles, make sure your camera is fully charged and experience Colorado’s best fall foliage adventures. Be sure to share with us your prettiest fall pictures on our Facebook page.
