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South Suburban Reservoir Loop via Ponderosa in Stratton Open Space

From Stratton Forest Heights, the route joins Cresta Trail and Ponderosa Trail through Stratton Open Space’s foothill scrub and scattered pines.

It follows Ponderosa past Arroyo Grande to Ridge Trail, reaching the South Suburban Reservoir area.

The walk then rounds the reservoir setting before returning north through the same quiet, neighborhood-edge open space.

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  • Distance: 2.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 285 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 6,522 ft
  • Elevation loss: 279 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 6,352 ft
  • Moving time: 52 m 2 s
  • Moving speed: 3.1 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.6 mph
  • Total time: 56 m 57 s
  • Global speed: 2.9 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 2.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 285 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 6,522 ft
  • Elevation loss: 279 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 6,352 ft
  • Moving time: 52 m 2 s
  • Moving speed: 3.1 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.6 mph
  • Total time: 56 m 57 s
  • Global speed: 2.9 mph

About this trail

Name: South Suburban Reservoir Loop via Ponderosa in Stratton Open Space trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Preserve Drive, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80905, United States (38.80451 -104.86228)

End: Stratton Forest Heights, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80905, United States (38.80447 -104.86254)

Coordinates: 38.79410 -104.86706 38.80451 -104.86142

Topography: Colorado Springs topographic map, elevation, terrain

Gear up for your next adventure:

🧣Merino Neck Gaiters - Multi-functional headwear for wind and sun protection
❄️Traction Cleats - Prevent slips on icy trails during winter hikes
🏔️Mountain Trail Maps - High‑detail maps for popular peaks
📡GPS Antenna Upgrade - Enhance GPS reception in remote terrain
Backpacking Tents - Weight-optimized shelters for multi-day topographic surveys

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