Horsethief Park Trail

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Hiking – Horsethief Park Trail - Pancake Rocks

Let's see the fall colors while hiking from the trailhead on Hwy. 67 near the Midland Railroad Tunnel to Pancake Rocks via the standard route.

  • Sun, Sep 28, 2025
  • Pikes Peak
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 6.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,500 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 11,050 ft
  • Pace: Casual - 2.0 mph

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***NO HARES PLEASE***

Let's meet at 9 am at the parking area just Hwy.  67, south of the old Midland Railroad Tunnel. This parking lot is several miles north of Cripple Creek and approximately 6 1/2 miles south of the junction of Hwy. 67 and Hwy. 24.  Please bring your ten essentials including warm layers, gaiters, rain gear, at least 2 quarts/liters of water,  ample food for snacks and lunch, and possibly ice walkers/microspikes should conditions warrant.

***If anyone needs to carpool, please contact me at least one day before the hike.  I could then pick you up at the Woodland Park Safeway, 1101 E US Hwy 24, Woodland Park, CO 80863 at approximately 8:15 am.

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Horsethief Park Trail


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