Herman Gulch
Silverplume, CO
Herman Gulch
The Herman Gulch Trail is heavily traveled due to its generous wildflower displays and its close proximity to the Front Range. Highlighted by a bounty of blue columbine in mid- to late June, the trail draws wildflower aficionados who can find roughly 100 wildflower species at peak bloom (late July). Add mountain-girt vistas and an alpine lake, and the hike, though a bit strenuous at the start and on the final pitch, is one of the best around. Wildflower alert: A “century” trail with more than 100 wildflower species at peak bloom, plus an abundance of blue columbine in June.
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| Activity | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Nearby City | Silverplume |
| Length | 6.8 mi |
| Skill Level | Moderate to strenuous |
| Season | Bloom is mid-June to late August |
| Top Elevation | 11,900 ft |
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