This 11-mile route follows the reservoir's perimeter and is considered challenging, taking an average of 4 h 45 min to complete. Check with the visitor centre whether the route is open, as the ...

Our latest adventures takes us into the mountains near Palmer Lake to seek out the reservoirs above town. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Watch Now. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays.

Length: 10.6 miles (out and back) Difficulty: Moderate Trailhead: Palmer Lake Reservoir (39.11885, -104.92116) Why we love it: Check out remarkably preserved fuselage, wings, and other debris from a ...