Moderate
5.3 mi
Distance
1,693 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 25m
Est. Time
0.0
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About This Trail
The upper mountain trails connect to the Lorys valley trails on the south end of the park. The Howard Trail is an alternative route to return from the Arthurs Rock Trail.
Trail Details
Out & Back
Route Type
Dirt
Surface
Dogs Allowed (Leash Required)
Dog Policy
Yes
Kid Friendly
No
Permit Required
Elevation Profile
Min:1,709 ft
Max:2,048 ft
516 ft
516 ft
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Trail Conditions
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Nearby Trails
More trails near Howard TrailMill Creek Trail to Horsetooth Rock Trail
25.3 km
Difficult
South Valley to Horsetooth Rock Trail
19.3 km
Moderate
Shoreline Trail to Horsetooth Reservoir
2.1 km
Easy
Howard and Westridge Loop Trail
12.2 km
Moderate
Arthur's Rock to Howard Trail Loop
6.8 km
Difficult

Arthur's Rock to Howard Trail Loop
6.8 km5.0
Difficult
Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Reservable
Horsetooth Reservoir
0.8 mi away · CO
Lory State Park Backcountry Camping
1.9 mi away · CO
Horsetooth Mountain - Backcountry Site 2
2.4 mi away · CO
Reservable
Horsetooth Resevoir Campground
2.5 mi away · CO
Reservable
Larimer County Park Horsetooth Reservoir Campground
2.5 mi away · CO
Reservable
Horsetooth Inn & RV Park
3.1 mi away · CO
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