Hike Green Mountain West Ridge

A popular trail located off Flagstaff Road in Boulder. This intermediate trail is 4 miles out and back with 700+ feet of elevation gain. Starts out easy in a lush pine forest and progressively gets steep and rocky leading up to 360 views of Bear Peak, the Flatirons and the famous fourteeners to the south. There is a little scrambling at the very end to see a historic peak finder and cairn.

Dog Free Hikes...Please leave your baby dogs at home for Baby Boomer hikes.

What to bring...Colorado weather changes quickly! Please come prepared with appropriate hiking clothing, waterproof boots, hiking poles, microspikes, backpack, snacks, and water. Make sure you have rain gear in your pack in case you need it! Make it the best experience possible by being prepared!

Bring a lunch to eat on the trail

Carpooling - Very Limited Parking Along The Road! Arrange carpools from your neighborhood or pick a location to meet somewhere in Boulder and arrive with a full car. Otherwise you can pay to park in a lot down the road.

Directions to the Trailhead:
In Boulder, follow Baseline Rd and continue up Flagstaff Rd for about 5 miles past the lower trailheads to reach the West Ridge trailhead located directly along Flagstaff Road.

Parking: Free roadside parking is available along Flagstaff Road near the trailhead, though spaces fill up early. Some shoulder areas are rocky or better suited for higher-clearance vehicles, but larger pullouts and paid parking exist nearby. Carpooling strongly recommended!

See you there!m