Colorado Trail, Waterton Canyon Trailhead, Littleton, CO2
Littleton,CO(Jefferson County)
Segment 1. Waterton Canyon is the Denver terminus for The Colorado Trail. The trailhead, parking and 6-mile canyon are administered by Denver Water and open to hike, bike and horse. It is, however, closed to dogs in order to preserve the wildlife habitat. Though you travel a wide gravel road, it's alongside the South Platte River where wildlife is abundant and often seen. The road is closed to public vehicles, but open to administrative vehicles, of which there are normally few. Many users enjoy this section of the CT and it serves as a good warm-up. (1)
**I was scoping out the trailhead before beginning my section hike on 8/8/15. After this I drove to Breckenridge. I had made arrangements to park my car at The Bivvi while I hiked. Unfortunately, I did not reserve a space to sleep, so I was unable to stay the night. No tenting available. If planning to stay at The Bivvi, suggest to make a reservation. Hikers are not the only clientele and since Breckenridge can be busy, the hostel may be full upon arrival.
References (1) Colorado Trail www.coloradotrail.org/waterton.html
Colorado Trail, Waterton Canyon Trailhead, Littleton, CO2
Littleton,CO(Jefferson County)
Segment 1. Waterton Canyon is the Denver terminus for The Colorado Trail. The trailhead, parking and 6-mile canyon are administered by Denver Water and open to hike, bike and horse. It is, however, closed to dogs in order to preserve the wildlife habitat. Though you travel a wide gravel road, it's alongside the South Platte River where wildlife is abundant and often seen. The road is closed to public vehicles, but open to administrative vehicles, of which there are normally few. Many users enjoy this section of the CT and it serves as a good warm-up. (1)
**I was scoping out the trailhead before beginning my section hike on 8/8/15. After this I drove to Breckenridge. I had made arrangements to park my car at The Bivvi while I hiked. Unfortunately, I did not reserve a space to sleep, so I was unable to stay the night. No tenting available. If planning to stay at The Bivvi, suggest to make a reservation. Hikers are not the only clientele and since Breckenridge can be busy, the hostel may be full upon arrival.
References (1) Colorado Trail www.coloradotrail.org/waterton.html