Hiking – Gateway Mesa Open Space - Chuck's Loop and Legacy Trail

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Hiking – Gateway Mesa Open Space - Chuck's Loop and Legacy Trail

Dog friendly hike at Gateway Mesa Open Space

  • Sun, May 17, 2026
  • Denver
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 3.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 300 ft
  • Pace: moderate 2-2.5mph (with lots of time for sniffing and taking pictures)

Join me and Rockett for an easy Sunday dog-friendly hike at the Gateway mesa. We will follow the legacy trail countercheck wise, and the chucks loop back to the trailhead.

Here is the route we will be following:

Alltrails link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/chuck-s-loop-and-legacy-trail?u=i&sh=uu2qh9

Dogs are welcome, but must be on leash at all times. 

Meet at the Trailhead at 9am for a 9:15am start.

Google Map link to TH: https://maps.app.goo.gl/5k8qTBWvKEWEgsK8A

Route/Place

Gateway Mesa Open Space


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Hiking shoes, poles recommended. Snacks and water, enough for you and your dog. And as always, the 10 essentials.

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