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Cottonwood Creek Trail to Dublin Park sign
4.6 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Running trail in Colorado Springs, Colorado · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
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We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Cottonwood Creek Trail to Dublin Park sign yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Kid-friendly area offering hiking and cycling, among other activities.
What runners say about Cottonwood Creek Trail to Dublin Park sign
“A bit of black ice, considering, but beautiful 43 degree walk!”
Exceptional paved trail for walking, running, cycling etcetera. Numerous dirt and rocky trails at multiple points. Brilliant views of the Front Range and Pikes Peak. Trail connects to other trails and public parks, including Dublin Park. Very safe environment and great for adults and children.
Walked about 2 miles along Cottonwood Trail. It was a great walk. There were lots of others, running, biking and walking. The trail was wide enough that passing others or visa versa was no problem. The trail was clean.
Not a bad place to walk around with friends and pets, but just remember to bring water and bags just in case.
Great trail! Lots of options, the creek was nice and the views were spectacular. Only comment is that the terrain can be uneven in some places, so bring some good shoes!
Trail conditions & character
“Lots of options, the creek was nice and the views were spectacular.”
Plan your run at Cottonwood Creek Trail to Dublin Park sign
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
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