Desert grasslands lead to a hidden 20-foot waterfall cascading into red sandstone pools.

The trail begins through golden grasslands where cacti and yucca grow alongside tall grasses. You might spot …

Last updated: September 25, 2025

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Intersection of Horsetooth Rock and Horsetooth Falls trails — great views

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After climbing up the hilly meadow on the well-worn Horsetooth Rock Trail you hit a small ridge line where you get great panoramic views of the surrounding area. This is …

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Horsetooth Falls (base of falls and pool)

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Horsetooth Falls is a 20 foot waterfall in the heart of the Horsetooth Mountain Open Space. At the base of the falls the water collects in a large pool and …

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5.15 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.22 km

722 m

127 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.75 km

320 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (1,890 m)

Lowest point (1,750 m)

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Intersection of Horsetooth Rock and Horsetooth Falls trails — great views

Horsetooth Falls (base of falls and pool)

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