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    Palmer Park Outer Loop

    Difficulty
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    Easy
    Duration
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    3-4h
    Distance
    This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
    11.9 km
    Elevation
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    259 m
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    The Palmer Park Outer Loop boasts awe-inspiring sights of the unique sandstone spires, hoodoos, bluffs, and outcroppings that decorate the landscape. Conveniently located in Colorado Springs, this urban park is a great fresh air escape that the whole family can enjoy.

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    Route Description for Palmer Park Outer Loop

    The Palmer Park Outer Loop is a wonderful route that reveals the diversity and beauty of the state. With mountain views in the west, sights of the cityscape, and epic sandstone sculptures, this trek is anything but dull. The urban escape is ridden with dozens of paths to explore, so you can easily spend the day exploring the park! The trail is quite rocky, so mind your footing on the uneven terrain. Note that most of the routes are not signposted, so we highly suggest using the trail GPS to easily navigate the terrain.

    Embark on your excursion along the Palmer Park Outer Loop from the South Knoll Picnic Area. From here head south along the South Kinnikinnick Trail through the meadowlands, past several campsites along the Grandview Trail. Loop around, merging onto the South Canyon Trail, before trekking north past the caretaker’s residence and over Paseo Road. Now tracking along the Palmer Park Trail west, you will soon join the Templeton Trail, wandering past unique rock formations. Enjoy sights of Pikes Peak as you venture along the western edge of the park.

    Soon the path will travel through a small patch of woodlands before diverting you south. Here you will be rerouted onto the Greencrest Trail heading south back to the trailhead.

    Getting to the Palmer Park Outer Loop Trailhead

    The Palmer Park Outer Loop departs from the South Knoll Picnic Area in Palmer Park.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      Year-round

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      High

    • Route Type

      Circuit

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