Panorama
About This Trail
A nice mellow meandering trail that winds it’s way through the forest of ferns, aspen trees, and wildflowers. This trail isn’t flat, but the grade is gentle and the panoramic views halfway into the hike are absolutely worth the effort! From the Dry Lake parking lot, this easy-going trail splits off from Spring Creek a few feet from the road. The wide tread, gentle switchbacks, and relaxed grade make climbing to the viewpoint a breeze. Enjoy—you guessed it—panoramic views of the Yampa River Valley, Flattop Mountains, and Continental Divide before descending an equally mellow portion of trail.
Submitted by Valerie W., Tales of a Mountain Mama (blog) team member
Trail Features
| Seasons | Fall and Summer |
|---|---|
| Surface type | Dirt |
| Elevation gain | 140 ft. |
| Carrier needed | Yes |
| Stroller friendly | No |
| ADA accessible | No |
| Water fountains | No |
| Bathrooms | No |
| Cell reception | Spotty |
| Pet friendly | Yes |
| Nearby convenience store | No |
| Camping Nearby | Yes |
| Emergency support within 5 miles |
No |
Trail highlights
Multi-use trail near Dry Lake Campground. Great for hiking. Beginner level mountain bike trail as well. Best suited for carriers, trail is too narrow for most jogging strollers to fit comfortably.
Fee & Parking Details
32586 Forest Road 60, Steamboat Springs, CO.
Gravel road. Gravel parking lot.
Trail Contributor
Hike it Baby Trail Guide is managed by the Family Trail Guide team. If a trail has been “abandoned” by the initial owner, it gets adopted by the team. Also, if there are no trails in the area, the Family Trail Guide team researches trails that are family friendly in the area to insure that hikes cover all areas where Hike it Baby hikes.
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