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Paint Mines Interpretive Park

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Paint Mines Interpretive Park

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Paint Mines Interpretive Park

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    Location: El Paso County, Colorado, United States

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    1. Paint Mines loop — Paint Mines Interpretive Park

    5.64km

    01:32

    80m

    80m

    Otherworldly hike through colorful hoodoos and clay spires painted by 9,000 years of history.

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    2. Paint Mines Interpretive Park loop from Ramah

    2.52km

    00:41

    40m

    40m

    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    July 2, 2023

    The Paint Mines Interpretive Park is one of the hidden gems of El Paso County. Just under an hour from downtown Colorado Springs, the Paint Mines Interpretive Park is a free, amazing geologic and archeologic site. There is two short loop, which can be combined into a larger one, that takes you past hoodoos, colored clay, and multi-colored spires. Indigenous people used this area to make colored clay using the colorful minerals. This area is fragile so please stay on the trails for both your own safety and the long term health of the rock formations and historical artifacts. Also: it is very exposed with little shade, please bring plenty of water and wear sun protection!

      March 1, 2025

      If hiking here in wet times of year be aware that it can get very muddy. Bring a spare pair of shoes for the ride home.

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        Location: El Paso County, Colorado, United States

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