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South Table Mountain Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 251 Google reviews · Running trail in Golden, Colorado · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from South Table Mountain 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.
Set atop a mesa, this nature area offers panoramic views, hiking trails & raptor sightings.
What runners say about South Table Mountain Park
“Awesome place with miles and miles of trails with beautiful views of the foothills, Golden, and Denver.”
“Trails are well marked and easy to follow.”
A beautiful area with many trail. Some are a bit more challenging but not by much. Can ride bikes, run or walk, choose a short or a long walk, and see some great views
Beautiful place to go hiking. Great place to clear your mind. A fairly well known hiking place for people all over golden. Great for the newcomer and experienced hiker. Great for families as well, not very difficult for children. The views of golden in the fall are prestine.
Possibly the greatest music venue in the northern hemisphere. The walk up to the seats is a bit strenuous but worth it if you can make it.
Went hiking here on a Sunday in January. Not many people, bo shade coved(so perfect for a breezy winter afternoon but probably not ideal in say July). The trails were dry which was good. There were a few loops and paths to choose from.
Trail conditions & character
“one of the more easily accessible trails around here, with miles of flat and smooth running along the ridge & views of denver on one side and golden the other.”
“Doggo loved it- park ranger thanked us for having dog on a leash and saw her giving tickets to people who didnt!”
“one of the more easily accessible trails around here, with miles of flat and smooth running along the ridge & views of denver on one side and golden the other.”
“Mostly flat once on top as it’s a plateau but depending on where you start it can more or less aggressive incline hiking.”
Plan your run at South Table Mountain 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Phone(303) 271-5925
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
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