Hiking – Boulder Open Space - Mount Sanitas

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Hiking – Boulder Open Space - Mount Sanitas

Morning hike! Mount Sanitas via the Lion's Lair Trail is a popular well maintained single track switchback trail through Ponderosa pine forest with stunning views of the City of Boulder at the summit. This is a Leader in Training hike for Mary Kolenda.

  • Thu, May 22, 2025
  • Boulder
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 4.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 826 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 6,885 ft
  • Pace: 2 mph

Meet at Lion's Lair Trailhead at 7:30am for 7:35am 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.

Trail information: AllTrails   Mt. Sanitas via Lion's Lair

More information -Lion's Lair Trailhead       https://bouldercolorado.gov/trail/lions-lair

Route/Place

Boulder Open Space


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

-hiking boots or trail runners

-10 essentials

-a positive attitude

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