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Mount Sanitas Trail
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Kara
June 16, 2022
This is one of my favorite trail systems. Remember, you are at high elevation, so remember to drink water. For a fun shorter activity, you can hike the Mount Sanitas Valley Trail. From the top you can see Boulder and beyond. If you are acclimated (local term for being used to the altitude) and ready for a three hour adventure, try the Mount Sanitas trail. Locals commonly refer to this one as the "stair-master." From the top of this trail, you'll be able to see amazing views of the mountains on one side and the city of Boulder on the other.
This is one of my favorite trail systems. Remember, you are at high elevation, so remember to drink water. For a fun shorter activity, you can hike the Mount Sanitas Valley Trail. From the top you can see Boulder and beyond. If you are acclimated (local term for being used to the altitude) and rea…
Lindsay
May 24, 2022
Mt. Sanitas is a hike that can be done as a loop with a great summit overlooking Boulder. It is approximately 3.2 miles round trip with 1,200 ft. of elevation gain.
Lotte
February 28, 2022
Multiple trails lead up to this local hill with wonderful views over the city and beyond
Andrew
October 22, 2021
Distance: 3.1 Miles or 2 Miles Difficulty: Medium+ with Easier Options Drive Time from Denver: 45 Minutes
Mimi
July 11, 2019
The 3 mi. Mount Sanitas trail is very popular, and for good reason it is a tough but fun hike. It is short enough that there is little time commitment but it has a steep grade and little relief on the way up. You gain 1,300 ft in about a mile and a half. The trail is rocky and there are many places where you can break through the hogback formation to get great views of Boulder and Green Mountain. Going down the East Ridge trail is difficult and rocky, but again, great fun. Mount Sanitas Mount Sanitas Trail > Dakota Ridge Loop City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks Distance: 3 mi (RT) Elevation Gain: 1,300ft Elevation Min/Max: 5,540 to 6,808ft
The 3 mi. Mount Sanitas trail is very popular, and for good reason it is a tough but fun hike. It is short enough that there is little time commitment but it has a steep grade and little relief on the way up. You gain 1,300 ft in about a mile and a half. The trail is rocky and there are many plac…
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