Boulder Open Space

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Hiking – Boulder Open Space

Boulder Open Space hike. Mt. Sanitas via the Lion's Lair Trail. This is a gradual hike starting from the first sharp curve on Sunshine Canyon (or about 1.5 miles NW from Centennial Trailhead at the base of Sunshine Canyon). https://alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/lions-lair-trail

  • Thu, Aug 28, 2025
  • Boulder
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 4.1 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 826 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 6,750 ft
  • Pace: 2.0

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Meet at Lion's Lair Trailhead at 8:30am for prompt 8:35am departure. Parking is limited and there are no restrooms. Restrooms and carpooling options are available at the Centennial Trailhead at the base of Sunshine Canyon. The trip will take approximately 2 hours but allow 3 hours. 

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