Name: Spruce Meadows Trail
Rating: 3.0

“Spruce Meadows is a perfect beginner route for someone looking for a slightly longer option.”

— Derek Griffiths

Features Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Description

The Spruce Meadows Trail winds through grassy meadows between Greenland Open Space and Spruce Mountain. With outstanding views of the surrounding buttes, Pikes Peak, Spruce Mountain and the Rampart Range, this easy trail offers something for everyone! The trail crosses over (or under) Spruce Mountain Road twice at marked crossings, and crosses over Noe Road twice before looping back to the parking area.

Flora & Fauna

The Spruce Meadows Trail winds through rolling fields of grasses and wildflowers. Keep an eye out as rattlesnakes and coyotes make Spruce Meadows home.

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Land Manager: Douglas County, CO - Parks, Trails & Building Grounds

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Jan 2, 2020

Andrew Veeder

really snowy. the section after crossing Noe Southbound was very hard to find/follow 8.3mi

Dec 24, 2019

Angela Paterna

Chunks of snow along the way. A foot occasionally went through. Walked often as a result. Great trail to start getting in shape though. No spikes. 8.4mi — 2h 03m

Jul 27, 2019

Eric Stanfield

Great conditions 15mi — 2h 05m

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