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The Perimeter Trail is one of the main trail in Ouray and gives you great views of the town and mountains. There is also one of several via ferrata accesses here.

The Ouray Via Ferrata is a great way to get wonderful views of the San Juan Mountains. The via ferrata has several routes that are a mix of difficulty levels and is a great way to explore the Uncompahgre River Gorge. Before attempting anything, make sure you have the required knowledge and experience of via ferratas and the appropriate equipment.

Lower Cascade Falls is one of seven waterfalls in Cascade Creek and is easily accessible from the parking area. Hikers can get close enough to feel the spray of water. For those seeking more adventure, the Upper Cascade Falls can be reached via a steeper trail leading to the Chief Ouray Mine, but it's recommended only for experienced hikers. Take time to relax by the creek and enjoy the falls.

Two information boards and a medium sized parking lot are located at the American Basin Trailhead. This is a great starting point to summit Handies Peak since you are already pretty high up in elevation. To get here though, you should have a car with high-clearance and 4x4.

This is a great little trail from which you get an epic view up the Piedra River valley off the dramatic ledge dropoff. Be sure to check out the ice caves at the top, either before or after your run.

From here you can take the stock drive trail south across the mountains or follow the much flatter Little Sand Trail up Weminuche Creek.

There is parking on both sides of the road near the old mining ruins. Public restrooms are available and dispersed camping is allowed near the trailhead. From here you can run up Redcloud to the east, or Handies to the west; both are long nontechnical creek trails of comparable difficulty. It is best to get here super early in the summer or camp overnight to summit before afternoon storms.

The upper trailhead requires a capable vehicle to access, usually a high clearance 4WD vehicle but you may make it in an SUV if the conditions are good. From here you can hike up stunning American Basin to Handies Peak and the Hardrock 100 route.