Canyon View Nature Trail
0.1 mi
Distance
2m
Est. Time
Loop
Route Type
About This Trail
Canyon View Nature Trail is a loop trail in Castlewood Canyon State Park, managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, in Douglas County, Colorado. It is 0.1 miles long. The trail is paved. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Franktown, Colorado, about 3 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,016 ft |
| End | 0.1 mi | 2,015 ft |
Trail Details
- Dogs on leash
- No bikes
- No horses
Bike and horse access: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Loop
- Surface
- Paved
Official sources & verification
Managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Source of truth
- Castlewood Canyon State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Franktown, CO · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Douglas County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Castlewood Canyon State Park · Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(303) 688-5242
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Nearby Trails
More trails near Canyon View Nature Trail
Lake Gulch Trail Loop
Lake Gulch Trail
Inner Canyon Loop Trail
Lake Gulch Trail to Castlewood Canyon Dam
Canyon View Nature Trail
East Canyon Preservation Trail
In this park
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Lake Gulch Trail Loop
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Inner Canyon Loop Trail
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Rim Rock Trail and Creek Trail Loop
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Cherry Creek Trail Loop
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East Canyon Preservation Trail
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