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Mount Sanitas Trail – Mount Sanitas loop from Hotel Boulderado

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Mount Sanitas Trail – Mount Sanitas loop from Hotel Boulderado

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(5916)

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Mount Sanitas Trail – Mount Sanitas loop from Hotel Boulderado

04:08

11.8km

600m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 13, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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8 m

Centennial Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

With access to both the Mount Sanitas and Red Rocks recreation areas, the Centennial Trailhead is one of the more popular free parking areas in the Boulder Open Space and …

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459 m

Mount Sanitas Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

In my opinion, this side of Mount Sanitas stands out as my preferred one. However, all three primary trails that lead to the summit are rewarding hikes.

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2.12 km

Mount Sanitas

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One of the most famous hiking trails in downtown Boulder is known for its challenging terrain and easy accessibility, making it a popular choice amongst hikers in the region. To …

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3.25 km

View from Goat Path Trail

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This big rock is a good place to stop on your short, steep climb from Boulder to the Mount Sanitas area. You can catch your breath as you enjoy the views from this great lookout point.

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4.51 km

Nice rest area

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Nice rest area on the Sanitas Valley Trail with a view towards Red Rocks and the surrounding mountains.

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4.68 km

The Pool at Sanitas Valley Trail

Highlight • River

I'm uncertain if the water is present throughout the year, but during my last visit to the peak of Mount Sanitas, I witnessed several dogs frolicking in this stunning water …

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7.65 km

Anemone Point Viewpoint

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Anemone Point offers stunning views of downtown Boulder and Mount Sanitas, with a panoramic 360° lookout. The point is at an elevation of 6,310 feet. It's a popular spot, often …

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8.74 km

Anemone Loop Trail

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A great hiking loop within walking distance from downtown Boulder. The loop offers great views of Boulder, Boulder Canyon, and more.

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11.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.5 km

1.08 km

139 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.77 km

1.84 km

139 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,040 m)

Lowest point (1,680 m)

Weather

Today

Tuesday 7 July

32°C

17°C

59 %

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Mount Sanitas Trail – Mount Sanitas loop from Hotel Boulderado

Centennial Trailhead

Mount Sanitas Trail

Mount Sanitas

View from Goat Path Trail

Nice rest area

The Pool at Sanitas Valley Trail

Anemone Point Viewpoint

Anemone Loop Trail

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