Trip
Hiking – Matthew Winters Park - Dakota Ridge Loop
Join us for a steep uphill out-and-back hike. We will have just returned from two months at sea level and this is one of our go-to hikes for re-acclimation to Colorado hiking. Better with friends!
Contacts
Robbie Monsma
Primary Leader
- Tue, Jun 2, 2026
- Denver
- Hiking
- Adults, Youth
- Moderate
- Mileage: 7.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,400 ft
- High Point Elevation: 6,900 ft
- Pace: 1.8 - 2.3
- 1 (10 capacity)
- FULL (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
We'll follow the Cherry Gulch / Red Rocks Trails through the park towards the Amphitheater, eventually following the Red Rocks Trail down to cross Hwy 93, toward the Hogback. Then follow the switchbacks to the top of the ridge and follow the ridge north enjoying great views along the way eventually heading down the hill, crossing the highway to return to the parking lot.
Meet at 9:00 am at the Matthew Winters TH https://maps.app.goo.gl/SyxBjhy3kM9iryvt5https://maps.app.goo.gl/SyxBjhy3kM9iryvt5
Route/Place
Roster
Required Equipment
Required Equipment
10 essentials, sun screen and hat
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