Mt Falcon Hiking Trail

The Mount Falcon trail has all the hallmarks of a great family hike: leisurely, not-too-steep strolls through long-grassed meadows, impressive views of Denver and the Red Rocks Mountains, and even the ruins of a castle crumbling away some three miles uphill from the car park. Even better, it’s only a 25-minute drive from Denver. Make sure to factor in time to scramble to the top of the Fire Tower for even better vistas over the dramatic scenery, or, for more advanced hikers, soak up the views from the steeper eastern incline. Recommended by local insider Rose Corbett