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Quick Facts

Dakota Ridge Trail

Beginning Elevation:	5,560 Feet (1733.2 Meters) Mount Sanitas Trailhead
Difficulty:	Beginner
Elevation Gain, One-way:	440 Feet (137.2 Meters)
Ending Elevation:	6,000 Feet (1870.3 Meters)
Handicapped Accessible:	Yes
Length, One-way:	1.0 Mile (1.6 Kilometers)
Other Maps:	City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks: Trails in the Boulder Valley
Usage:	Heavy Please stay on the trail to avoid further impact.
USGS Map:	Boulder Quadrangle 7.5 Minute Series
Vehicle Accessibility:	Passenger Vehicle

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General Description

This trail leads along Dakota Ridge above Sanitas Valley

The Dakota Ridge Trail leads north/south one mile along Dakota Ridge immediately west of central Boulder. It can be accessed from the Mount Sanitas Trailhead and made into a loop by using the Sanitas Valley or Mount Sanitas Trails. This is a short, easy hike for beginners or acclimating visitors.

Directions from Broadway: Traveling north passed the University turn left on to Mapleton Avenue. The trailhead lies approximately seven blocks west of Broadway.

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Recreation Opportunities

Activity		Remarks	On Site
	Hiking & Walking	Dakota Ridge Trail	Yes
	Bird Identification	Dakota Ridge Trail	Yes
	Plant Identification	Dakota Ridge Trail	Yes
	Viewing Scenery	Dakota Ridge Trail	Yes

Related Activities

Mount Sanitas Trail - The Mount Sanitas Trail leads 1.75 miles up and over 6,863 foot Mount Sanitas. It can be accessed via the Mount Sanitas Trailhead on Mapleton Avenue.

Sanitas Valley Trail - The Sanitas Valley Trail leads visitors through the valley between Mount Sanitas and Dakota Ridge. It is a graded trail with high volume.