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    Snowshoeing/United States/Colorado/Indian Peaks Wilderness

    Barker Reservoir

    Difficulty
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    Very Easy
    Duration
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    <1h
    Distance
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    3.4 km
    Elevation
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    71 m
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    Overall Rating
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    10.0
    Physical Difficulty
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    Easy (Circle)
    Suitable for beginners, families, young children, and those looking for a casual adventure.
    Technical Difficulty
    This is the average user-submitted rating on the technical difficulty of this route. In general, green is beginner, blue is intermediate, black is advanced/most difficult and double-black is expert-only. It is recommended that users build up to black and double-black routes.
    Easy (Circle)
    Suitable for beginners, families, young children, and those looking for a casual adventure.
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    Panoramic views of Barker Reservoir snowshoe trail in Indian Peaks, Colorado

    Barker Reservoir is nestled in the mountains at the end of Boulder Canyon. A winter hike or snowshoe takes you to views of a picturesque landscape with the small mountain town of Nederland, Colorado in the background.

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    Route Description for Barker Reservoir

    As you crest over the Barker Reservoir Dam, it is not hard to see why this short and easy winter hike makes the Top 10 list.

    The views of Barker Reservoir in the foreground with the town of Nederland, Eldora Mountain Resort and the Indian Peaks in the background is sure to have you reaching for your camera!

    This out-and-back trail follows along the north shore of the reservoir, heading towards the dam. It is easy to do and rarely requires snowshoes, unless there has been a recent dump of snow.

    If you’re new to snowshoeing, the trail along Barker Reservoir is a great one.

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    Getting to the Barker Reservoir Trailhead

    From Boulder, Colorado, head up Boulder Canyon 119 towards Nederland (approximately 29.0 km). Crest over the Barker Reservoir Dam and take the first left onto East St. at the Post Office. Park at the large dirt parking lot at the shoreline.

    Route Information

    • When to do

      Late November to Early April

    • Backcountry Campsites

      No camping allowed

    • Toilets

      Yes, primitive pit toilet

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Good

    • Crowd Levels

      Low

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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