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Glenwood Canyon Dog Walk, Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Glenwood Canyon Dog Walk

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Suitable forWalking
Dog friendlyRiverside

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The most dramatic canyon in Colorado — the Glenwood Canyon Recreation Trail follows the Colorado River for 16 miles through sheer 1,300-foot walls. Dogs on leash on the flat paved trail with the roaring river always alongside. The cascades at Hanging Lake trail junction are visible from below.

For your dog

Off leadLeash required on CDOT Recreation Trail
WaterColorado River throughout
WildlifeNone expected
MudPaved trail dry year-round
SuitsAll breeds — perfectly flat, excellent for all ages
Best timeMay–October (road may close in winter)

Along the way

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Colorado River CanyonThe walls of Glenwood Canyon rise 600m — I-70 and the railroad are threaded through the same narrow canyon alongside the trail. The engineering is extraordinary.

The route

Distance18.9 km
Off leadNo
Walking≈ 5 h 10
Climb↑ 583 m
RouteOut and back

A 18.9 km out-and-back dog walk from Glenwood Springs, with 583 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 583 m in total

Before you go

StartTransfer Trail Road, CarbonateOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
ParkingMultiple parking areas along I-70 in canyon, Glenwood Springs CO 81601.
By train or busAmtrak California Zephyr to Glenwood Springs
UnderfootFully accessible — flat paved trail
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