Chautauqua Park to Amphitheater
Boulder, CO
Chautauqua Park to Amphitheater
The kids can clamber on the rocks and the dog can run through the meadows — a wonderful hike for the whole family. Boulder has many enjoyable hiking trails close to town. This one, which begins at historic Chautauqua Park, winds through grassy meadows and then enters the forest. It offers good views of Boulder to the east and the famous Flatirons to the west. There are lots of gains and losses of elevation on this route. Dogs are allowed unleashed on these trails, under voice and sight control rules. The small but unique Amphitheater has been carved by wind and water out of red sandstone. During certain times of the year (February through July), it may be off limits because of seasonal raptor nesting closures.
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| Activity | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Nearby City | Boulder |
| Length | 3.3 mi |
| Elevation Gain | 1,100 ft |
| Skill Level | Easy |
| Duration | 53 minutes up, 40 minutes down |
| Season | Nearly year-round |
| Trailhead Elevation | 5,670 ft |
| Top Elevation | 6,280 ft |
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