Hardrock Trail - Hiking trail near Lake Gorge, Colorado, United States - Description
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| Name | Hardrock Trail | |
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| Summary | Elevenmile Canyon is the primary attraction in the area | |
| 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 | |
| Rating | Trail has not been rated. | |
| Nearby Town | Lake Gorge, Colorado, United States | |
| Link | http://www.fs.fed.us/r2/psicc/recreation/trails/spk_hard_rock_trail.shtml | |
| Permit Required | No | |
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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.
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.
| Latitude | 38.9645743749 degrees / 38° 57.874' / 38° 57' 52.47" |
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| Longitude | -105.3615045547 degrees / -105° 21.690' / -105° 21' 41.42" |
| Created by Nick on 05/14/2008 |
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