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Nelson Loop
Trail
2.2 mile
3.6 kilometer
loop
92% Runnable
Easy/Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
317'
97 m
Descent: -317' -97 m
High: 6,694' 2,040 m
Low: 6,405' 1,952 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 5% (3°)
Max Grade: 15% (9°)
Dogs
No Dogs
Weather
Unknown
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“A fine trail that connects Bitterbrush and Nighthawk trails.”
— John Scalese
Features
Birding · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife
Runner Notes
Description
The trail has plenty of small terrain changes to keep your attention and enthusiasm for the whole journey. There are intermittent views of Longs Peak, and a side trail that leads to an old homestead, which is worth checking out.
Flora & Fauna
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Contacts
Land Manager: Boulder County, CO - Parks and Open Space
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