Hike Castlewood Canyon State Park - Creek Loop and Rim Rock Trails

Mark S will lead this hike while I'm on another adventure!

Let's hike in Castlewood Canyon State Park! The Creek Trail and Rim Rock Trails follow the creek for about 5 miles and around 600+ feet of elevation gain. The first half of the hike follows a creek in the canyon, featuring a small waterfall. The second half ascends above the canyon offering scenic views. Wildflowers should be popping up!

Rim Rock Trail and Creek Trail Loop on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/rim-rock-trail-and-creek-trail-loop?sh=0fyj7s&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality

Dog Free Hikes...Please leave your baby dogs at home for Baby Boomer hikes.

Directions to the Trailhead: To reach Castlewood Canyon State Park and the West Entrance from Central Denver (about 40 miles south), take I-25 South and exit at Founders Pkwy in Castle Rock. Follow Rt 86. Rt 86 makes a left hand turn at Fifth St then go 4.6 miles to Castlewood Canyon Rd. (If you went to Rt 83, you went too far) Turn right on Castlewood Canyon Rd and go 2.8 mile, the last .6 miles are a gravel road. Park at the Westside Trailhead Parking Area. In Google Maps or other Maps App, type in N Castlewood Canyon Rd, Franktown CO 80116
39.37799° N, 104.76125° W
Facilities are available at the West Entrance. The drive takes roughly 45 to 60 minutes depending on your route.

What to bring...Colorado weather changes quickly! Please come prepared with appropriate hiking clothing, waterproof boots, hiking poles, microspikes, backpack, snacks, and water. Make sure you have rain gear in your pack in case you need it! Make it the best experience possible by being prepared

Bring snacks and a lunch to enjoy on the trail

See you there