Afoot & Afield: Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, and Rocky Mountain National Park

Discover more than 180 great hikes in the Denver area

From the Wyoming border to Pikes Peak, authors Alan Apt and Kay Turnbaugh present a comprehensive collection of 184 boot-tested hikes. Ranging from easy day hikes to weekend excursions and even far-flung mountaineering adventures, all the trips are accessible from Denver, Boulder, and other Front Range communities.

Afoot & Afield Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, and Rocky Mountain National Park has abundant choices for everyone, from families with small children, to hikers looking for a relaxing trip, to experienced hikers and mountaineers.

This guide encompasses the millions of acres of public lands in the Denver area, including Rocky Mountain National Park; Pike, Roosevelt, Arapaho, and White River National Forests; Lory, Eldorado Canyon, Golden Gate Canyon, Roxborough, and Mueller State Parks; and numerous county and city parks.

For every trip you’ll find:

• Complete trip description and hiking directions
• An easy-to-read map
• Key information such as distance, elevation gain, and difficulty
• Highlights summarizing its best features
• Notes on which trails are suitable for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, dogs, and kids