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Sante Fe Trail

sante-fe-trailThis trail is also known as the Pikes Peak Greenway. This is a nice wide multi-use trail that extends north from the Fountain Creek Nature Center to Palmer Lake. The trail is smooth and wide with some sandy sections. Hikers, runners and bicyclists are now able to travel from Palmer Lake north of Colorado Springs to Fountain on the south end of town on a continuous 30-mile pathway that ties together other local trails.

It is a great place to ride with the family or take a pleasant long training ride with few steep hills. The scenery is great, especially through the *Air Force academy. Watch for joggers and walkers as this trail is widely used by all types of users.

*Remember to have valid I.D. (drivers license) available when passing through the Air Force Academy.And if you plan to enter AFA grounds to access a trail (Stanley Canyon) you will need driver's registration and proof of insurance.

Level of Difficulty

Easy

Length

30 miles

Access

-Palmer Lake Recreation Area
-Highway 105
-3rd Street in Monument
-Northgate (Air Force Academy)
-Baptist Road
-Ice Lake (Air Force Academy)

Trail Description

A long, gentle pedal from Colorado Springs, through the U.S. Air Force Academy to Palmer Lake along an old rail route. Not much in the way of obstacles. A good stroll of a ride in the shadow of Pikes Peak. While on the USAFA grounds, riders must carry a photo ID and wear helmets. Keep in mind this is a busy trail with lots of different user groups.

Attractions and Considerations

There are many places to stop along the way.

Drinking Water

NA

Camping

NA

Trail Map:

http://www.springsgov.com/units/parksrec/maps/mppgrnwy.htm

 

 

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