Hiking – Horsethief Park Trail

Trip

Hiking – Horsethief Park Trail

Plan going up Horsethief Falls to ridgeline 3.7 miles - steep incline at times and gradual more than steep at other times

  • Sat, Jun 20, 2026
  • Pikes Peak
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,800 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 10,500 ft
  • Pace: 1.4 MPH

challenging for steepness ... slower going up 1.4 and faster comping down 1.7 miles per hour 

We will meet at the Safeway in Old Colorado City at 7 a.m. - Leaving 5 minutes later
The address is:  3275 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904

The Safeway is located here:  https://maps.app.goo.gl/JrxMw6Jd1Yex4zB77

Roster
Route/Place

Horsethief Park Trail


Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Ten Essentials
Trekking poles
Hydration and snacks
Trip Reports