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Paul Intemann Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 119 Google reviews · Running trail in Manitou Springs, Colorado · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Paul Intemann 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.
Hiking area featuring kid-friendly trails and scenic views.
What runners say about Paul Intemann Trail
“It's only about 2 miles but a beautiful hike as you can see east over COS and north into Manitou springs.”
“Really great trail running with moderate elevation changes.”
“An absolute pleasant, peaceful short trail featuring the well-known iron spring.”
Took the Iron mountain section of the intemann from crystal park road, over iron mountain to Pawnee road. It's only about 2 miles but a beautiful hike as you can see east over COS and north into Manitou springs. Moderately difficult with some sections of narrow drop offs and loose gravel.
This is a moderate trail with plenty of views and challenging slopes. The views are breathtaking and definitely worth the trip. It's a long one so bring supplies! The best view is of Garden of the Gods and Red Rock Canyon. I will be taking a whole day to try this entire trail.
We hiked the Paul Intemann Trail in Manitou Springs in August this year (22). Parking is hard to find, but definitely easier on weekdays. We first went on a Sunday, but left because of overcrowding. We went back on Wednesday and started at Iron Springs and then connected to Red Mountain Trail.
Love this trail. Only issue is there are only 3 parking spots close to the trailhead. It is most likely you will need to do paid parking a few blocks away.
Trail conditions & character
“I would highly recommend this hike to anyone who loves a small challenge to get the summit and witness some incredible views among the way!”
“We were in a 26ft moving truck so parking was almost impossible to find at garden of the gods bec it was so packed with people.”
“We did a one way trek from the incline side of the Paul intemann trail and took it down to red rock open space.”
“An absolute pleasant, peaceful short trail featuring the well-known iron spring.”
Plan your run at Paul Intemann Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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
- Websiteintemanntrail.com
- Phone+1 719-473-4143
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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