My Favorite Hikes
It’s hard to play favorites, but here are a few I absolutely love.
Happy Exploring!
Sky Pond at Rocky Mountain National Park
9.2 Miles / 1,837 ft Elevation Gain
Mason Creek Trail
6.2 Miles/~1,200 ft Elevation Gain
Herman Gulch Trail
6.6 Miles / 1,781 ft Elevation Gain
Plymouth Mountain Trail
6.0 Miles / 1,420 ft Elevation Gain
Green Mountain Trail
6 Milles / 924 Elevation Gain
My Favorite Views
I’m a sucker for a good view, so here are some of the best I’ve found while out exploring. Enjoy!
Herman Gulch Trail
6.6 Miles / 1,781 ft Elevation Gain
Mason Creek Trail
6.2 Miles/~1,200 ft Elevation Gain
Close To Denver
Short on time? Looking for a quick drive but still a great hike? Here are some of my favorites within 45 minutes of the Mile High City!
Mason Creek Trail
6.2 Miles/~1,200 ft Elevation Gain
Plymouth Mountain Trail
6.0 Miles / 1,420 ft Elevation Gain
Waterfalls & Lakes
“Seriously, don’t go chasing waterfalls. They don’t move. They’re stationary. Grab a photo.”
Family Friendly
Have kiddos who want to come along? Here are the hikes where I see the most families!
Sky Pond at Rocky Mountain National Park
9.2 Miles / 1,837 ft Elevation Gain
Herman Gulch Trail
6.6 Miles / 1,781 ft Elevation Gain
Red Rocks / Morrison Trail
3 Miles / 679 ft Elevation Gain
Maxwell Falls
4.2 Miles / 685 ft Elevation Gain
Meet Kylie!
Hi, I’m Kylie & this is where I share the hikes I love! Exploring the mountains is my favorite part about living in Denver. I’m always looking for a new one to try & new places to explore in this beautiful state!
I’m a happy hour and brunch connoisseur. Hiker in the summer, skier in the winter & traveler all year round. I’m a former theater kid who now does Broadway show reviews and weekly food stories on the incredible Denver food scene. I’m also a Meteorologist who’s been telling people the weather on TV for a decade now. You can see me on weekend mornings on NBC affiliate 9News in Colorado.
Have a weather question? Don’t hesitate to ask!
Have a hike I should check out? Let me know!
Keep Exploring!
More Hikes from Approachable Outdoors!
Mayflower & Lower Mohawk Lake
7.5 Miles / 1,741 Elevation Gain
Sisters Trail
3.6 Miles / 1,250 ft Elevation Gain
Lake Isabelle
7.0 Miles / 902 ft Elevation Gain
Tenderfoot Trail
2.6 Miles / 574 ft Elevation Gain
Idaho Springs Reservoir
4 Miles / 1,582 ft Elevation Gain
Sky Pond at Rocky Mountain National Park
9.2 Miles / 1,837 ft Elevation Gain
Mason Creek Trail
6.2 Miles/~1,200 ft Elevation Gain
Herman Gulch Trail
6.6 Miles / 1,781 ft Elevation Gain
My Favorite Views
I’m a sucker for a good view, so here are some of the best I’ve found while out exploring. Enjoy!
Sky Pond at Rocky Mountain National Park
9.2 Miles / 1,837 ft Elevation Gain
Mason Creek Trail
6.2 Miles/~1,200 ft Elevation Gain
Close to Denver
Short on time? Looking for a quick drive but still a great hike? Here are some of my favorites within 45 minutes of the Mile High City!
Mason Creek Trail
6.2 Miles/~1,200 ft Elevation Gain
Plymouth Mountain Trail
6.0 Miles / 1,420 ft Elevation Gain
Waterfall Hikes
“Seriously, don’t go chasing waterfalls. They don’t move. They’re stationary. Grab a photo”
Sky Pond at Rocky Mountain National Park
9.2 Miles / 1,837 ft Elevation Gain
Mayflower & Lower Mohawk Lake
7.5 Miles / 1,741 Elevation Gain
Family Friendly Hikes
Have kiddos who want to come along? Here are the hikes where I see the most families!
Mason Creek Trail
6.2 Miles/~1,200 ft Elevation Gain
Green Mountain Trail
6 Milles / 924 Elevation Gain