Bear Creek is a picturesque mountain stream, that's popular with anglers. If you don't have your rod and reel handy, just sitting by and listening to the water run by is a great mid hike break.

Vincent Reboul

May 9, 2022

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Foxes can sometimes be observed on the banks of this river.

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Bruin Bluff Trail Loop

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An easy 2.6-mile loop in Lair o' the Bear Park, the Bruin Bluff Trail offers creek views and panoramic vistas from Bruin Bluff.

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Bruin Bluff Trail

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Hike the easy 1.6-mile Bruin Bluff Trail in Lair o' the Bear Park for scenic views of the Front Range and Bear Creek.

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Elevation 1,980 m

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Location: Genesee, Jefferson County, Colorado, United States

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