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Hardrock Trail

Elevenmile Canyon is the primary attraction in the area

Basic Information:

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Type: Day Hike - Out and Back
Distance (Total): 1.8 miles / 2.9 km
Elevation Gain: 200 feet / 61 meters
Minimum Elevation: 8,200 feet / 2,499 meters
Maximum Elevation: 8,400 feet / 2,560 meters
Hiking Season: - Spring - Summer - Fall
Things To See: - Canyon - Interpretive Trail - River
Difficulty: Easy
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Attractions and Considerations

Elevenmile Canyon is the primary attraction in the area. The Middle Fork of the South Platte River runs through Elevenmile Canyon. The river is popular for fishing. Inner tubing can also be enjoyed in some areas of the canyon. There are 5 campgrounds and 4 picnic areas for recreational enjoyment.

Hard Rock Trail

The Hard Rock Trail is approximately .9 mile. It is a self-guided nature trail that explores the diverse life in the Montane life zone. Adjoining the trail is a side trip that can be taken called the Overlook Side Trail. It is .6 miles round trip and overlooks Elevenmile Canyon.

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Latitude: 38.9645743749 degrees / 38° 57' 52.47"
Longitude: -105.3615045547 degrees / -106° 38' 18.58"
Location: Lake Gorge, Colorado, United States

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The Hard Rock Trail can be accessed from either the Elevenmile Canyon Road (County Road 96) or (County Road 61). The trail is from Blue Mountain Campground to Riverside Campground.

You can also click on the marker on the map to get Google directions to the trailhead.

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Created By: Nick
Created On: Wed May 14 19:42:37 -0500 2008
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