Chautauqua Trail is a 1.2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Boulder, Colorado that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips and is best used from March until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
dogs on leash
kid friendly
hiking
nature trips
walking
running
partially paved
views
wild flowers
wildlife
This trail basically serves as the first "in-trail" that leads to many other popular hikes in the park such as the Flat Irons and Royal Arch. It is wide, well traveled, and slightly inclined, with valley (Boulder CO) vistas, wild flowers, and great upward views of the jagged Flat Irons.
Good trail. A lot of steps (not super dog friendly). A lot of people.
Cassie Padil recorded Chautauqua Trail
Very pretty and green. We got there at around 8am and the parking lot was full already! It was a weekend so that explains... we came here to do the Royal arch ! Super fun and a bit challenging! Gorgeous views. If you love a good workout you’ll love the Royal arch trail.
Nice and easy hike, great for the family. This trail leads to a few more advanced hikes (Royal Arch, Flat Irons) as well as some more easy terrain. Definitely gets crowded later in the day with hikers, walkers and climbers all using the trail for access
Michelle Perkins recorded Royal Arch Trail
Arrive around 10am not to busy weather was perfect. On the way down heavier foot traffic. Suggest going early for good parking and less people. Park ranger asking if everyone has masks when entering.
Morgan Allberry recorded Royal Arch Trail
Trail took us about an hour and a half to complete. We did it with dogs, but it would have been easier without them. There are some pretty rocky spots that are hard even for dogs to manage. We tied them up at the arch so we could go into the arch and look around. Recommend for sure!
Gorgeous views of the Flat Irons!
It’s a nice little trail! Wish it was a little longer! Very icy in some spots so be careful! But Very beautiful hike.
A little muddy in the shade. If you’re wanting to do any climbing, make sure you put on spikes before attempting anything on the 3rd flatiron!
Adela Muro recorded Royal Arch Trail
Favorite short but demanding trail , lots of shading and dry , did on 4/6/2020 and it was dry except for the very last leg at the top it was a little muddy and slippery , managed in our tennis shoes
Trail was not overly crowded today and we had a great time hiking Chataqua trail and flat irons trail! Tad bit muddy in places just FYI!
Super muddy but beautiful views of boulder!
hit up Chautauqua today. pretty mushy and slippery. would highly advise spikes and boots. beautiful day and not many people on the trails.
super crowded, but overall nice!
