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The ultimate adventure guide
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Trail starts at the highest point on Poco Calle. The trail starts out a little uninteresting and quickly becomes beautiful.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Even green contributes to the pretty autumn color.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Enchanted forest trail in October.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Trails bring you through an array of ecosystems: meadow, pine, and streams.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
On a clear day the valley lets you peek into downtown Denver in the far distance.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Tall pines make Enchanted Forest cool and pleasant.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
The creek crossing represents the farthest end of the the loop.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Aspen stands in October.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Move quietly and you may see deer.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Apex Trail is part of an old historical gold trail.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Can you see it? A young tree squirrel shows off its camouflage abilities.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
10/09/2020
Apex Trail is a good place to walk your dog (on a leash), mountain bike, horseback ride, or trail run.