Trailhead: West end of Montebello Dr W, at the end of cul de sac west of Rockhurst Blvd. Nearby address: 1933 Montebello Dr W, COS. GPS/Coordinates: 38.9063589, -104.7920696 0n-street parking on south side of Montebello Dr (north side is designated a Fire Zone).
Hike Start Time: 9 :00 AM Please be at Trailhead by 8:45.
Hike Length: 3+ mi
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Highest Altitude: 6,680 ft,
Est Hike Difficulty Range: Easy
Hiking Pace: We'll move along with some stops to view the sights and probably a snack break. Hike Description: This route takes us through Ponderosa & Gambel oak forest and grassy meadows on gently rolling terrain. Then we burst onto the ridge of Austin Bluffs with panoramic views of the Front Range. All of this takes place in this mostly hidden urban forest and rock formations in the heart of Colorado Springs.
Trail Condition: Trail surface is natural, mostly sandy soil with some embedded rocks and roots. The trails are in excellent condition. Trail junctions are well marked with sign posts. For more info and a trail map for this hike see COTREX: https://trails.colorado.gov/routes/202869#activity=hiking
Hike poster: Dan Zeddies dzeddies@zoho.com 719-659-6714
Please give hike poster your first & last names and cell phone number if you want to go on this hike, so we can contact you if there are any last minute hike changes. Also, you can indicate if you are interested in ride-sharing so that we can pass that on to other hikers who may want to ride-share.
Restrooms: None at or near the trailhead
Dogs are allowed (bring a leash).