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Mount Falcon Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 672 Google reviews · Running trail in Morrison, Colorado · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Mount Falcon Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. 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.
National park featuring hiking & horseback riding trails, castle ruins & a wooden observation tower.
What runners say about Mount Falcon Park
“Close to the city, beautiful scenic views, clean restrooms near the parking area and great photo ops.”
“Still some great views over the Red Rocks (I could even hear them doing a sound check for the show later that evening) and the gorge behind it.”
“The range is pretty big, straight forward easy to navigate trail!”
“We would definetly recommend Mount Falcon park to anyone who wants a quiet, easy walk outdoors.”
My husband and I hiked here before going to a concert at red rocks. The multi use trail was well maintained and challenging with the elevation change. All trail users were respectful of each other and it was fun to see red rocks from a distance and then a further distance as we hiked along.
Great hikes with great scenery close to Denver/Englewood. Dog loved it! Highest elevated poop on record ! :) (We made sure to bring bags and carry out our mess)
Beautiful place to hiking. The trail has options for biking/hiking and hike only area. The range is pretty big, straight forward easy to navigate trail! You can see red rock amphitheater upon getting to the top.
Awesome hike that loops one side for bikers, the east side is best if you are hiking (Turkey Trot is the name. Veer off towards Red Rocks early on when it splits with the stunning view of the venue to your right and north. Great trail you can extend it towards the top in a few different directions.
Trail conditions & character
“Still some great views over the Red Rocks (I could even hear them doing a sound check for the show later that evening) and the gorge behind it.”
“Due to its close proximity to Denver, this is a very popular park, and parking fills up quickly, especially when the weather is nice!”
“Had breakfast at the nice picnic area before heading out and bathrooms were some of the cleanest and well maintained that we had encountered.”
“Over a dozen miles of trails, accessible from both E and W trailheads, for a variety of skill levels (although nothing too challenging or technical).”
“100% worth the hike to the white house granite marker.”
Plan your run at Mount Falcon Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitejeffco.us
- Phone+1 303-271-5925
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–11 pm |
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