Trailhead across from the parking lot.
Hikers and runners also frequent the canyon.
South Platte flows through the canyon toward Denver.
Picnic areas and restrooms along the trail.
Bikers of all levels use the trail.
A bighorn sheep leaps between boulders with ease.
There are plenty of opportunities to see wildlife.
Be careful – rattlesnakes inhabit the area.
Rattlesnake on the side of the trail.
Black bear frequent the area, especially in late summer and early fall.
Bighorn sheep above the cliffs.
Sunset over the South Platte.
High pressure water pipes connect the diversion reservoir to the water treatment plant over 3 miles downstream and through the mountain.
Moonrise over the canyon.