South Boulder Peak Trail
Front Range • Boulder, Colorado
hardout and back
6
Miles
2,800
Elevation Gain (ft)
4
Hours
8,549
High Point (ft)
Trail Description
Boulder's highest summit at 8,549 feet. The Shadow Canyon route is the most direct but steep on loose talus. Often combined with Bear Peak for a two-summit day.
Trail Highlights
Boulder's highest peak
Shadow Canyon route
Bear Peak combo option
Best views in OSMP
Best Seasons
☀️summer
🍂fall
Planning a Colorado trip? Get our packing checklist.
Free PDF + a weekly note on the best trails for the current season.
We respect your inbox. Unsubscribe anytime.
Trail Information
County:Boulder
Nearest City:Boulder
Parking Pass:No Pass Required
Dog-Friendly:Yes
Kid-Friendly:No
Nearby Trails in Front Range
Discover More Trails
Browse our complete directory of Colorado hiking trails with detailed guides and filters.
View All Trails