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    Captain Jack’s via Mount Buckhorn and Gold Camp Road Hike

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    2-3h
    Distance
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    8.0 km
    Elevation
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    295 m
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    Immerse yourself in the Colorado wilderness along Captain Jack’s via Mount Buckhorn and Gold Camp Road Hike. This versatile trek can be enjoyed by intrepid hikers and mountain bikers alike. Enjoy mountain views, vibrant aspens, dense pine forest as you get a good workout in!

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    Route Description for Captain Jack’s via Mount Buckhorn and Gold Camp Road Hike

    There is no shortage of scenery to admire along the Captain Jack’s via Mount Buckhorn and Gold Camp Road. This epic trek reveals both the beauty and diversity of Colorado Springs topographies. From valleys to peaks, you will experience it all along this epic route. Note that the final section of your hike travels along the Gold Camp Road, so you will have to wander along the shoulder! Additionally, the route is shared with bikers, so be mindful of passers-by!

    Embark on your adventure along the Captain Jack’s via Mount Buckhorn and Gold Camp Road from the Gold Camp Trailhead. From here, head northwest along the High Drive Trail. Hike up through the woodlands decorated with granite outcrops to an intersection. Here, take the rightmost Captain Jack’s Trail through the saddle between Mount Buckhorn and Mays Peak. Now wandering east, you will be granted sights of the Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Garden of the Gods through the tree breaks.

    Enjoy the verdant terrain and mind your footing on the uneven path as you begin your descent. Soon you will reach the trail’s end. Here, keep right and hike west along the Gold Camp Road all the way back to the trailhead, marking the end of your adventure.

    Getting to the Captain Jack’s via Mount Buckhorn and Gold Camp Road Hike Trailhead

    The Captain Jack’s via Mount Buckhorn and Gold Camp Road Hike departs from the Gold Camp Trailhead off Gold Camp Road.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      April-September

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Circuit

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