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Colorado
11.1 mi
Distance
297 ft
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Inside Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests
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Homestead Meadows
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Homestead Meadows is an 11.1-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near Colorado, managed by the White River National Forest Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District. With 297 feet of elevation gain, this is a relatively modest climb spread across the distance, making it accessible for hikers seeking a moderate outing without extreme elevation challenges. The trail takes you through Homestead Meadows, offering a straightforward route that allows you to experience the landscape at your own pace before retracing your steps. The out-and-back format means you can turn around at any point if you prefer a shorter hike than the full 11.1 miles. This trail is administered by the White River National Forest, one of Colorado's largest national forests, known for its diverse terrain and recreation opportunities. The Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District manages this area to balance public access with conservation of the forest ecosystem. Homestead Meadows is well-suited for hikers looking for a steady, moderate-difficulty day hike in the Colorado backcountry.
Hill Homestead
~2 min drive
1.2 mi · Easy
Irvin Homestead
~3 min drive
1.7 mi · Easy
Deer Ridge
~9 min drive
3.7 mi · Easy
Bright
~11 min drive
3.5 mi · Easy
Tuxedo Park Picnic Area
~11 min drive
<p>Picnic by the river!</p> <p>Descend from the parking area to reach a quiet picnic area next to a shady stream. Feel free to sit and relax, have a good meal, or go fishing with the correct permits and knowledge of regulations. A short trail can be accessed from this location…
North Longs Peak Trail
~12 min drive
11 mi · Easy
Stories of the Moon & Stars at Moraine Park Discovery Center
~12 min drive
<h3>Stories of the Moon & Stars</h3> <p>The moon and stars have inspired humans and their stories for thousands of years. Join us on the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park at the Moraine Park Discover Center Parking Area for an evening under the stars. This program begi…
Sprague Lake
~12 min drive
Located on the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park along Bear Lake Road, Sprague Lake is one of the most popular destinations inside Rocky Mountain National Park. There is a 0.7-mile loop trail around the lake. Sprague Lake is open year-round and is a great place for wil…
Hollowell Park
~13 min drive
<p>A relaxing destination with many picnic tables and excellent views of Mill Creek Basin below Longs Peak.</p> <p>Enjoy a short easy trail that leaves from the parking lot. Pit toilets available but no trash cans. Pack out what you bring in.</p> <p><strong>Tables: </strong>10…
Bear Lake
~16 min drive
<p>Bear Lake Road ends 9.2 miles from the junction with Trail Ridge Road at the Parking Area for Bear Lake. From the parking area, take a short walk on a marked path to reach Bear Lake itself. Bear Lake offers spectacular scenic views of Bear Lake, Hallett Peak and the surroun…