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Mt Galbraith Loop Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Running trail in Arvada, Colorado · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Mt Galbraith Loop Trail'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.
What runners say about Mt Galbraith Loop Trail
“As of late April, the flowers are blooming and the 14ers out West are still snow capped, and it overall offers great views.”
The Mount Galbraith Loop Trail is a great hike and once you get up there, it is not too hard. As of late April, the flowers are blooming and the 14ers out West are still snow capped, and it overall offers great views.
Beautiful day up on the trail today. Yesterday's rain made it nice and cool during the early hours of the morning.
Great hike with beautiful views. Parking is tough though, it’s a small lot so recommend getting there early or being patient.
Although cold, the trail tread was easily hikeable. Take care on the rock scrambles. Beautiful views!
Trail conditions & character
“As of late April, the flowers are blooming and the 14ers out West are still snow capped, and it overall offers great views.”
“The Mount Galbraith Loop Trail is a great hike and once you get up there, it is not too hard.”
“Parking is tough though, it’s a small lot so recommend getting there early or being patient.”
Plan your run at Mt Galbraith Loop Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websitejeffco.us
- Phone+1 303-271-5925
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