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Walker Ranch

Boulder County Park on the southwest side of Boulder off Flagstaff Rd near Gross Reservoir.

Walker Ranch Loop: 8 miles, 1,600 feet of elevation gain.

This is a great loop hike near Eldorado Canyon with multiple starting points:

  • Walker Ranch Loop Trailhead
  • Meyers Gulch Trailhead
  • Ethel Harrold Trailhead
  • Crescent Meadows TH
  • Josie Heath

Note:  

  • If you wish TO START a trip at the Crescent Meadows TH, it is considered an Eldorado use and you have to pay a $10 vehicle use fee and $4 per person, plus $5 to cover credit card fees, consistent with other Eldorado state park requirements.
  • If you park at the Crescent Meadows TH each car must have a State Park Pass, which is now included in every car’s annual registration fees (unless the owner opts out). Compliance is monitored by CPW rangers checking car license plates. Stickers are no longer required.
  • If you wish TO START a trip in Boulder OS that crosses into the Crescent Meadows TH, you DO NOT need to pay a $10 vehicle use fee, you just need a $4 walk in fee.
The other parking lots at Loop trailheads are located in Boulder County, which does not require a parking pass or entry fee.
 
Route Conditions:
 
Great for all seasons.  However, much of the Loop is unshaded so consider visiting in shoulder seasons or winter.  Beware of icy steps in winter and spring near the creek picnic area. For more information, visit the Boulder County website: https://bouldercounty.gov/open-space/parks-and-trails/walker-ranch/
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