Elder Fehn

Elder-Fehn is a balloon-shaped trail located in the Catamount Ranch Open space in Teller County. The trail offers great views of Pikes Peak to the south. From the trail head follow the well-marked trail as it starts climbing up through a mixed forest. Descent into a valley through few switchbacks. About 1.2 miles later you will reach the loop at the end of the trail. After you finish the loop you can backtrack to your starting point. Alternatively you can return via Vayhinger trail. This will take you down to the Ring the Peak trail as it follows utilities dirt road to the North Catamount Reservoir (http://cospringstrails.com/hikes/northslope.html). Before you reach the reservoir turn left on Limber Pines trail and return the the trail head.

Length: 5.5 mile loop.

Directions: Take US-24 west. Turn left on Edlowe Road / County Road 28. Drive for 3 miles on a dirt road. Parking lot / trail head will be on your left

Where to meet:

We'll meet at the trailhead for Elder Fehn.

• if you are late/lost or need to cancel last minute, please call/text: Sandy 440-537-8922