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Flagstaff Mountain Loop from Chapman Trailhead — Boulder Open Space & Mountain Parks

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Flagstaff Mountain Loop from Chapman Trailhead — Boulder Open Space & Mountain Parks

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Flagstaff Mountain Loop from Chapman Trailhead — Boulder Open Space & Mountain Parks

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10.00km

340m

Hiking

Scenic loop around Flagstaff Mountain with Indian Peaks views and forest shade near Boulder.

The trail begins at Chapman Trailhead, where parking is available in a large lot, though it …

Last updated: September 25, 2025

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396 m

Chapman Drive Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Even though it has the word "Drive" in its name, Chapman Drive is actually a smooth, doubletrack trail connecting the Boulder Canyon Trail bike path to the Realization Point recreation area.

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4.14 km

Realization Point is a small picnic area with fee-based parking available. This is also a trail junction for Chapman Drive, Flagstaff Mountain, and Gregory Canyon. Be careful, as the road crossing in this area can get busy sometimes.

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5.43 km

View of Betasso Preserve from Flagstaff Mountain

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Whenever there is a break in the trees, you get great views from the trails on Flagstaff Mountain. This rocky, treeless section of trail offers views to the northwest of the Betasso Preserve area.

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Way Types & Surfaces

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9.84 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.88 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Flagstaff Mountain Loop from Chapman Trailhead — Boulder Open Space & Mountain Parks

Chapman Drive Trail

Realization Point junction

View of Betasso Preserve from Flagstaff Mountain

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