The highest trails in this area are naturally on the
slopes of Pikes Peak. Any of these would make a great
test of lung power.
Mount Baldy Road
This jeep road tops out at 12,000 feet near the top of
Mount Baldy. The ten mile ride from Gold Camp Road to
the top is one of the region's best tests of lung and
leg power, and the views are stunning.
Pancake Rocks Trail
This three mile trail tops out at 11,000 feet, 1500 feet
above the tunnel south of Divide. The trail starts out
steep then turns really-steep as it makes a rock strewn
ascent up the mountain. This is the most exhausting trail
in the region that's actually rideable.
Barr Trail
As the only trail to the top of Pikes Peak, this is the
highest trail in this region at 14,110 feet. The 12 miles
and 7000 foot elevation gain turns most hikes into an
overnight expedition.
Elk Park Trail
This five mile spur connects the Barr Trail to the Pikes Peak Highway.
The trailhead on the Pikes Peak highway is about 11,500 feet
and then it's downhill to Ghost Town Hollow and the Barr Trail.
Mount Big Chief Trail
At 11,200 feet, this is one of the higher peaks south of
Pikes Peak, towering 1300 feet over Gold Camp Road. The
views are great and the trail not too bad.
