This section of the trail extends from the Barr Trail Trailhead to 1/2 Mile, where there's a quick detour to see Ruxton Creek if you want to get an up close view of it. The views from the beginning are stunning of the Colorado Springs area.

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1. Manitou Incline and Barr Trail Loop

7.07km

03:13

580m

Hike the challenging Manitou Incline and descend via Barr Trail, a 4.4-mile loop with 1891 feet of gain and panoramic views.

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2. Manitou Incline and Barr Trail Loop

10.2km

04:20

580m

Hike the challenging 6.3-mile Manitou Incline and Barr Trail Loop, gaining 1916 feet for panoramic views of Colorado Springs.

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3. Barr Trail

20.2km

09:29

2,290m

10m

The Barr Trail is a difficult 12.6-mile hike to Pikes Peak summit, gaining 7507 feet with diverse terrain and panoramic views.

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Distance 321 m

Uphill 10 m

Downhill 40 m

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Location: Manitou Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, United States

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Manitou Incline Trailhead

Three Graces Rock Formation, Garden of the Gods

Kissing Camels Rock Formation

North Gateway Rock and Plaque

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Manitou Avenue

Northern Incline Return Trail at Step 1300

South Gateway Rock

Summit of the Manitou Incline

Views of Gray Rock (Kindergarten Rock) and Gateway Rocks

View of Rocky Outcrops, Section 16

View of Colorado Springs from Barr Trail

1. Manitou Incline and Barr Trail Loop

2. Manitou Incline and Barr Trail Loop

3. Barr Trail

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