Name: Apex Trail
Rating: 3.8

Conditions

Minor Issues 12 days ago

Snowy, Some Mud, Icy, Fallen Trees - Fallen tree about a mile from the trailhead History

Getting forecast...

“A continuous ascent through a rocky and rugged valley.”

— Benjamin Pontecorvo

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Bicycle direction changes daily - take note to anticipate fast moving downhill bike traffic.

Runner Notes

This is a VERY popular trail. Along the way, you'll likely encounter multiple other runners along with hikers and many mountain bikers.

Description

Apex Trail is the main trail connecting many of the Apex Park trails. You can start on the west (top) end off of Lookout Mountain Road or from the east (bottom) off of the Heritage Park parking lot, depending on the day.

It's a steep ascent as you work your way up this one. It's steep enough to get your heart rate up, and characteristics like water bars and large rocks keep it interesting. The way back is similar and can be hard on the knees. You'll be encompassed in a rugged valley for most of the duration of the trail.

Contacts

Land Manager: Jefferson County, CO - Open Space Dept.

Full Details

Trail Ratings

3.8 from 9 votes

#4

in Apex Park

#6237

Overall

3.8 from 9 votes

5 Star		11%
4 Star		56%
3 Star		33%
2 Star		0%
1 Star		0%

Rankings

#4

in Apex Park

#598

in Colorado

#6,237

Overall

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1,682 Since May 2, 2013

Intermediate/Difficult

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2.8 Miles 4.5 Kilometers 80% Runnable	0' 0 m Ascent -1,319' -402 m Descent
9% Avg Grade (5°) 31% Max Grade (17°)	7,488' 2,282 m High 6,169' 1,880 m Low

Apex Trail

2.8 Miles 4.5 Kilometers

80%

0' 0 m

-1,319' -402 m

9%

31%

7,488' 2,282 m

6,169' 1,880 m

Shared By Benjamin Pontecorvo

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