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Observatory Trail

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Observatory Trail

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Please check local regulations for: Roosevelt National Forest

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    Gentle campground trail leads to an abandoned university observatory with mountain views and mining history.
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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    August 8, 2023

    Observatory Trail is a relatively flat loop spanning through the West Magnolia Campground. Being that it is so close to town, the trails a trafficked heavily and winter hikes typically don't require snowshoes. There isn't a whole lot of shade, but that just means the views aren't obstructed!

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      Distance 356 m

      Downhill 0 m

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      Location: Boulder County, Colorado, United States

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