15-360 MinutesFee applies
Hiking in Colorado National Monument
Colorado National Monument
Colorado National Monument trails offer a hike for everyone from 0.25 mile to over 14 miles, from flat accessible surfaces to rugged canyons.
Colorado National Monument's trails offer many opportunities for hikers. Bird watchers and photographers discover the splendor that they traveled so far to find. There's a hike for everyone, whether you're here for an hour or are staying all day. Hike distances range from only 0.25 mile to over 14 miles in length. Check out the What To See tab in the app to choose between Short Hiking Trails or Longer Hiking Trails and see descriptions of each.
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Duration
15-360 Minutes
Duration Details
Short trails to overlooks often will take 15-20 minutes. Longer trails such as the popular Lower Monument Canyon Trail to Independence Monument might take a half a day. The rugged No Thoroughfare Canyon will take all day.
Fees
Colorado National Monument has a $25 entrance fee for vehicles, $20 for motorcyclists and $15 for pedestrians. The monument honors all America the Beautiful passes.
Fees Apply
Yes
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
Alcove Nature trail has a crushed granite accessible surface for the first 1/4 mile to an overlook. A nature trail guide is available at the visitor center. Other trails are uneven, sandy, rocky, steep, and travel through desert environments along canyon ridges or below cliffs.
Pets
No — Pets are not allowed on trails within Colorado National Monument. Service animals are welcome. Keep in mind trail surfaces can be hot and rough on paws.
Reservations
No
Location
West Entrance to Colorado National Monument