Green Mountain West Ridge Trail: Easy Scenic Hike Near Boulder, Colorado

Jul 1

ABSTRACT

Looking for a scenic and easy Colorado hike near Boulder? The Green Mountain West Ridge Trail offers sweeping views, light to moderate traffic, and only 682 feet of elevation gain. At 3.8 miles round trip, it’s a great spring hike for beginners or visitors. Discover why this trail is a favorite for personal trainers and casual hikers alike.

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Colorado Hikes: Green Mountain West Ridge Trail

Time of Year: Mid-May.

Weather: 51 degrees and sunny, with poor air quality due to Alberta fires.

Cover: 60% covered with a tree canopy.

Time: 8:05 am - 10:22 am.

Distance: 3.8 miles total.

Cost: None.

Bathroom at Trailhead: No.

Difficulty: Easy level 5 for altitude 8150 feet), elevation gain (682 feet), and length (3.8 miles).

Route: Green Mountain West Ridge Trail out and back.

Traffic: Light to Moderate.

Parking: All roadside parking. 3 cars at 8:00 am and 12 cars by 10:22 am.

Equipment: La Sportiva Trango Tech GTX Hiking Boots, Black Diamond Alpon Carbon Cork Trekking Poles, Osprey Talon 33 Backpack, Kahtoola MICROspikes

Terrain: Dirt and rock-packed trail. The coarse dirt wasn't muddy despite the rain two nights earlier and very little sun.

Experience: After checking off the hike on the east side of Green Mountain (with the loop), I was excited to explore the west side. Despite a haze, the sweeping views along most of the way to the peak place this trail on my list for visitors. A lot of bang for this out-and-back path. It is a manageable 4-mile trek for any guests looking for beautiful views. The drive up Flagstaff Mountain is gorgeous, too. I also saw 5 deer near my parking spot!

Personal Trainer Notes: Personal training clients of all cardiovascular levels will enjoy this trail. Plenty of vistas along the way that make the effort worth it, even if you don’t climb the last scramble up.

**Green Mountain West Ridge Trail Hike**

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: MICHAEL MOODY, PERSONAL TRAINER

As an author, a personal trainer in Denver, and podcast host, Michael Moody has helped personal training clients achieve new fitness heights and incredible weight loss transformations since 2005. He also produces the wellness podcast "The Elements of Being" and has been featured on NBC, WGN Radio, and PBS.

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