These rock formations are a direct geological extension of the site of the Garden of the Gods located a little further north. They are certainly less frequented, because less known but just as beautiful.

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Natural life has gradually regained its rights a stone's throw from the city.

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Mesa and Greenlee Trail Loop

5.91km

01:42

150m

Easy 3.7-mile loop in Red Rock Canyon Open Space, featuring red sandstone formations and mountain views.

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Contemplative Trail, Roundup Trail, Mesa Trail Loop

4.87km

01:23

110m

Easy 3.0-mile loop through Red Rock Canyon Open Space, featuring red rock bluffs, forests, and meadows.

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Sand Canyon, Greenlee, and Mesa Trail Loop

7.61km

02:11

180m

Hike the moderate 4.7-mile Sand Canyon, Greenlee, and Mesa Trail Loop in Red Rock Canyon Open Space, featuring striking red rock formations.

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Elevation 1,870 m

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

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Historic Quarry at Red Rock Canyon Open Space

Montezuma's Tower

Twin Spires

Steamboat Rock

Siamese Twins Rock Formation

Benches on Central Garden Trail, Garden of the Gods

Keyhole Rock (Sleeping Giant)

Sand Canyon Trail, Red Rock Canyon Open Space

View of Red Rock Canyon Open Space

Waterfall

Viewpoint on Barr Trail

Gateway Trail, Garden of the Gods

Red Rock Canyon Open Space

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Mesa and Greenlee Trail Loop

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Contemplative Trail, Roundup Trail, Mesa Trail Loop

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Sand Canyon, Greenlee, and Mesa Trail Loop

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