Hiking – Reynolds Park

This is a moderate hike that we will be taking at a slow pace. When I scouted it on April 22 the trail was dry and well maintained.  We will make the loop (Fox Trot-Elkhorn-Oxen Draw-Eagles View-Ravens Roost-Fox Trot) going clockwise, which makes the ascent a bit easier.  There are rocky sections throughout the trail, and the rocks can be slippery on the descent, so poles are helpful. While my dog and I averaged 1.8mph over the whole hike, we were definitely slower on the ascent.

We will stop for lunch/snack out of the wind, a little past the top.

This trail wanders through forest and open spaces and was very windy at the top, so come prepared with sun protection and layers. 

All Trails Link https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/elkhorn-trail-and-eagles-view-trail-loop 

If bringing a dog, please be aware that Jeff Co rules require that they need to be leashed at all times; please use 6 ft lead - no extension leashes allowed due to dangers of tripping other hikers. Please read Denver CMC rules for Dog Hikes 

Two options for meeting:

Meet at 8:15 to form carpools for 8:30 departure from Morrison Park N Ride across from Phillips 66 (16283 Morrison Road)-NOTE: due to rising gas prices, plan on $20 per car to be split between the driver and passengers.

Meet at 9:00 at trailhead-285 South towards Fairplay 15 miles, right then left onto Kennedy Gulch Rd; .2 miles make left on S Foxton; the trailhead is 5 miles ahead on right.

Please let me know if you are planning to meet us at the trailhead (mapanarelli@gmail.com or 703-774-6266).

There is a vault toilet at the trailhead, but no easily accessible bathroom at the Park N Ride. Carpools may elect to stop on the way.