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North Cheyenne Cañon Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 73 Google reviews · Running trail in Colorado Springs, Colorado · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- 26 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from North Cheyenne Cañon 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.
What runners say about North Cheyenne Cañon Park
“Well kept trails with adventures around every corner.”
“It serves as a premier, world-class destination to tackle a challenging, steep trail run or enjoy an unforgettable, scenic outdoor adventure with the family!”
Absolute hidden Gem 💎! I’m surprised no one has really reviewed this area. If you are new I would highly recommend the Lower and medium columbine trails! We took the medium columbine trail up to Tunnel 1 and it was definitely worth the hike! Lots of 🌳s and we even saw a 🦌!
Took on North Cheyenne Cañon today! ⛰️ Started with the beautiful climb up to Mt. Cutler for those stunning canyon views, then cooled down by the sparkling falls. 🌲☀️ A perfect day in Colorado Springs! 🥾💧 Absolutely love this place and highly recommend any of the trails out here 💯
Awesome hike and amazing views. Get there early as parking is limited both at the lower and upper visitor center. Park may close good due to too many guests. Well worth the visit even just to drive up and down the mountain.
Tons of great hiking trails for all levels of experience. Beautiful views, waterfalls and flowing cascades. Nice, shaded trails.
Trail conditions & character
“An absolutely spectacular, rugged canyon park that offers some of the most dramatic mountain scenery and rushing waterfalls in the region!”
“It serves as a premier, world-class destination to tackle a challenging, steep trail run or enjoy an unforgettable, scenic outdoor adventure with the family!”
“Get there early as parking is limited both at the lower and upper visitor center.”
Plan your run at North Cheyenne Cañon Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- Distance26 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecoloradosprings.gov
- Phone(719) 385-6086
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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