Trip
Hiking – Flying J Ranch - Shadow Pine Loop Trail
DOGGIE HIKE: An easy, slow hike to ease those who have been unable to hike much this winter into the new season. This four mile hike goes through forest, meadow and fire mitigation areas. Dogs are welcome, but not required.
Contacts
- Thu, May 8, 2025
- Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
- Hiking
- Adults
- Easy
- Easy
- Mileage: 4.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 387 ft
- High Point Elevation: 8,290 ft
- Pace: doggie casual (about 1.5- 1.8 mph)
- 5 (9 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
TK
We will meet at the lower parking lot, near the intersection of Rt73 and Shadow Mountain Road at 8:50 for a 9:00 start time for the hike. We will walk counterclockwise (opposite what is in All Trails https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/shadow-pines-loop-trail ). There is no bathroom at the trailhead, but flush toilets can be accessed about 1 mile into the hike. This is an easy hike, with some rolling elevation change and a couple very narrow stream/puddle crossings.
Dogs are welcome, but not required. If you are bringing a dog, it must be on a 6 ft leash (not retractable leash) and under your control at all times. Please read and abide by club rules https://cmcdenver.org/groupresources/denver-group-dog-hikes-policy
Flying J Ranch
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https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/shadow-pine-loop--2 - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
Ten essentials. Poles are recommended if needed to navigate short rocky areas. If bringing a dog, please remember extra water and bags for properly disposing of waste.