Red Rock Canyon Loop trails

The Section 16 Loop Trail via the Palmer Red Rock Trail in Bear Creek Cañon Park offers hikers a diverse experience, beginning with exposed red rock formations that provide expansive views of the surrounding canyons and the Front Range peaks. As the trail ascends, it transitions into shaded ponderosa pine…

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,499 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,881 ft

The Mesa, Greenlee, and Red Rock Canyon Trails Loop in Colorado Springs offers a pleasant hike through Red Rock Canyon Open Space, combining gentle inclines and peaceful scenery. The trail features expansive views of Garden of the Gods, a tranquil pond, and unique sandstone formations shaped by historic…

Distance: 1.8 mi • Elevation gain: 226 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,368 ft

The Munds Wagon and Hangover Trail Loop in Coconino National Forest offers a stunning journey through Sedona's famous red rock landscape. The hike provides panoramic views of towering formations like Teapot Rock and Queen Victoria, along with dramatic vistas over Bear Wallow Canyon and the surrounding valleys.…

Distance: 8.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,283 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,233 ft

The Fire Wave and Seven Wonders Loop Trail offers a stunning, relatively short hiking experience that showcases some of the park's most vibrant and colorful sandstone formations. The route, starting at the Fire Wave Trailhead, leads you through captivating spots like Pink Canyon, Crazy Hill, and the Fire Cave.…

Distance: 1.9 mi • Elevation gain: 266 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,041 ft

This loop hike at Valley of Fire State Park offers a fantastic mix of vibrant desert landscapes, dramatic rock formations, and hidden slot canyons. Starting with the Fire Wave, you'll be mesmerized by its swirling colors of red, orange, and white, followed by the White Domes, featuring a scenic slot canyon and…

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 522 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,090 ft

This loop trail offers a captivating journey through stunning red rock formations, where every turn reveals breathtaking views that leave you in awe. This well-maintained path, with its mix of shaded areas and open vistas, makes for a memorable hike that showcases the park's unique beauty while challenging you…

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 715 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,018 ft

Hike on the Pine Creek Trail and the Fire Ecology Loop Trail in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and the Rainbow Mountain Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 476 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,327 ft

Loop hike via Starved Rock, French Canyon, Lovers Leap Overlook, Eagle Cliff Overlook, Wildcat Canyon Waterfall and Sandstone Point Overlook in the Starved Rock State Park along the Illinois River. #Hiking #Loop #Rock #Nature #River #Forest #Park #Fall

Distance: 3.0 mi • Elevation gain: 482 ft • Maximum elevation: 587 ft

Coconino National Forest. Red Rock Secret Mountain Wilderness. #Hiking #MTB #Running #Forest #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 5.0 mi • Elevation gain: 886 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,098 ft

Loop hike on Wilson Mountain via Wilson Mountain Trail, Sedona Overlook and Canyon Overlook in the Red Rock-Secret Mountain Wilderness. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Overlook #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 6.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,371 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,014 ft

Loop hike through Red Rock Canyon Open Space via Contemplative Trail, Roundup Trail, Mesa Trail, Greenlee Trail, Quarry Pass Trail, Lyons Sandstone Quarry and Red Rock Canyon Trail. #Hiking #Loop #Rock #Nature #Canyon #Forest

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 666 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,591 ft