The Crags Trail
Front Range • Divide, Colorado
moderateout and back
3.6
Miles
700
Elevation Gain (ft)
2
Hours
10,700
High Point (ft)
Trail Description
An easier alternative to Barr Trail accessing the west side of Pikes Peak. Climbs through aspen and bristlecone pine to a granite outcrop with views of Pikes Peak's back side and the Lost Creek Wilderness. Often the family-friendly Pikes Peak experience.
Trail Highlights
West-side Pikes Peak views
Aspen and bristlecone pine groves
Granite scrambling at the summit
Crags Campground access
Best Seasons
☀️summer
🍂fall
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Trail Information
County:Teller
Nearest City:Colorado Springs
Parking Pass:No Pass Required
Dog-Friendly:Yes
Kid-Friendly:Yes
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