Grand County Hiking Trails by Difficulty
Explore 50 of the best hiking trails in Grand County, Colorado, categorized by difficulty — Easy, Moderate, and Strenuous. Whether you want a gentle stroll or a challenging mountain trek, find your perfect adventure below.
🥾 Easy Trails
1. Adams Falls Trail
Distance: 0.9 miles
Description: A short, family-friendly hike leading to a picturesque waterfall near Grand Lake. Perfect for a quick nature escape.
2. Monarch Lake Loop
Distance: 4 miles
Description: A scenic loop around Monarch Lake, offering views of the water and surrounding peaks. Ideal for a leisurely walk.
3. Doe Creek Trail
Distance: 3 miles
Description: Easy trail following Doe Creek, great for birdwatching and a peaceful stroll through the forest.
4. East Inlet Trail to Lily Lake
Distance: 2.7 miles
Description: Gentle hike to a beautiful alpine lake with wildflowers and mountain views.
5. Grand Lake Boardwalk Trail
Distance: 1 mile
Description: Easy stroll along the waterfront with scenic views and wildlife spotting.
6. Lily Pad Lake Trail
Distance: 1.5 miles
Description: Flat, short trail leading to a serene lake covered with lily pads.
7. Trail Ridge Road Walk
Distance: 2 miles
Description: Easy walk along the scenic Trail Ridge Road with panoramic mountain views.
8. Shadow Mountain Lake Trail
Distance: 3 miles
Description: Gentle lakeside trail with opportunities for birdwatching and fishing.
9. Stillwater Pass Road
Distance: 3.8 miles
Description: Easy trail with wide views of Lake Granby and Grand Lake.
10. Kawuneeche Road
Distance: 3.8 miles
Description: Scenic, gentle trail linking Stillwater Pass to North and South Supply Creek Trails.
🥾 Moderate Trails
11. Doe Creek Trail
Distance: 7.3 miles
Description: This trail offers a moderately challenging hike with opportunities for solitude, especially during quieter times of the day.
12. Columbine Lake Trail
Distance: 7.6 miles
Description: A scenic trail through wildflower-filled meadows to the vibrant Columbine Lake.
13. Little Yellowstone Trail
Distance: 5.1 miles
Description: A scenic trail featuring diverse landscapes, including meadows, forests, and unique rock formations.
14. Skeleton Gulch Trail
Distance: 5.1 miles
Description: Diverse terrain trail with rocky areas and forest, offering a good workout and solitude.
15. Lake Worth Trail
Distance: 5 miles
Description: Pleasant hike near Fraser with access to Lake Worth for fishing and kayaking.
16. Lily Pad Lake Trail
Distance: 6 miles
Description: Trail to a small alpine lake known for its lily pads and wildflowers.
17. Devil’s Thumb Trail
Distance: 5.2 miles
Description: Moderate trail featuring impressive rock formations and scenic overlooks.
18. Lake Evelyn Trail
Distance: 3.6 miles
Description: A moderate hike leading to the serene Lake Evelyn, surrounded by lush forests and wildflowers.
19. Lake Nokoni Trail
Distance: 9.9 miles
Description: A demanding trail leading to the tranquil Lake Nokoni, surrounded by rugged peaks.
20. Shadow Mountain Lookout Trail
Distance: 9.6 miles
Description: Hike to a historic fire lookout with panoramic views of Grand Lake and surrounding peaks.
21. East Inlet Trail to Lily Lake
Distance: 8.5 miles
Description: Beautiful trail winding through forested valleys and alpine meadows, ending at the tranquil Lily Lake with stunning mountain reflections.
22. East Inlet Trail to Lone Pine Lake
Distance: 11 miles
Description: Quiet, forested route to Lone Pine Lake with peaceful alpine scenery and excellent wildlife viewing.
23. Lone Pine Lake Extension
Distance: 12 miles
Description: Extension from Lone Pine Lake into more remote alpine areas with fantastic views.
24. Gore Canyon Trail
Distance: 6 miles
Description: Amble along the Colorado River through pine forests into isolated Gore Canyon, where 1,000-foot rock walls tower above you.
25. Middle Park Trail
Distance: 8 miles
Description: Mix of forest and meadow with birdwatching opportunities and scenic mountain views.
26. Deer Creek Trail
Distance: 8 miles
Description: Quiet trail along a creek with chances to spot local wildlife and enjoy forest serenity.
27. Gilpin Lake Trail
Distance: 6 miles
Description: Quiet forest trail ending at a serene lake ideal for fishing and peaceful reflection.
28. Eleven Mile Trail
Distance: 11 miles
Description: Scenic hike through mixed forest and meadow landscapes, perfect for moderate adventure seekers.
29. Mount Flora Trail
Distance: 6.2 miles
Description: A high-altitude trail offering expansive views of the Continental Divide and surrounding peaks.
30. North Inlet Trail to Stillwater Pass
Distance: 15 miles
Description: High-altitude trail crossing alpine terrain, offering panoramic mountain vistas and wildflower meadows.
31. Blue Lake via Colorado River Trail
Distance: 11 miles
Description: Remote hike through mixed terrain ending at pristine Blue Lake.
32. Lulu City Trail
Distance: 7.3 miles
Description: Historical trail passing through old mining ruins along the Colorado River with beautiful scenery.
🥾 Strenuous Trails
33. Arapaho Glacier Trail
Distance: 8.5 miles
Description: A challenging hike climbing steep terrain to a stunning glacier, offering breathtaking views and alpine scenery.
34. James Peak Trail
Distance: 13.5 miles
Description: Long and demanding trail leading to the summit of James Peak, rewarding hikers with panoramic mountain vistas.
35. Flattop Mountain Trail
Distance: 8.6 miles
Description: Steep ascent to the summit of Flattop Mountain with sweeping views of the Continental Divide and surrounding wilderness.
36. Nokhu Crags Trail
Distance: 5.6 miles
Description: Rugged trail featuring dramatic rock formations and a challenging climb with rewarding vistas at the summit.
37. Mount Zirkel Trail
Distance: 8 miles
Description: Strenuous climb to one of Colorado’s highest peaks, showcasing wildflowers, alpine lakes, and expansive views.
38. Thunder Pass Trail
Distance: 12 miles
Description: Tough backcountry trail crossing alpine passes and rugged terrain, ideal for experienced hikers.
39. Mount Neva Trail
Distance: 9 miles
Description: Steep and strenuous hike with rocky paths leading to spectacular summit views.
40. East Boundary Trail
Distance: 14 miles
Description: A long, rugged trail traversing remote wilderness areas, perfect for seasoned hikers seeking solitude.
41. Mount Richthofen Trail
Distance: 13 miles
Description: Challenging trail leading to the highest peak in the Never Summer Mountains with incredible panoramic views.
42. Signal Mountain Trail
Distance: 6.5 miles
Description: Steep ascent with rewarding summit views of the surrounding mountain ranges and valleys.