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4.1 miles
Distance
193 ft
Climb
-187 ft
Descent
00:36:46
Avg time
3 ft
Altitude change
5,826 ft
Altitude min
5,953 ft
Altitude max
5,857 ft
Altitude start
5,860 ft
Altitude end
-6.8%
Grade max
8.7%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
4,587 ft
Distance flat
00:36:46
Avg time

Meadowlark Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Bluestem Prairie Open Space
    Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    45 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 30 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #230482 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #302611 in Trail Running
    • #120181 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC, CX, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm
  • Year Opened
    2019
  • Land Owner
    City of Colorado Springs

A fun easy trail with nice views of the front range, Blue Stem Prairie Open Space was reworked in 2019. The stem of the lollypop is an existing 2 track but most of the loop is newly constructed singletrack. Big Johnson Reservoir is a prime bird watching amenity, and you might see antelope and other wildlife in this wide-open space. The trail dries out early - a good choice for beginner riders or for when it's too icy in other parts of C.Springs.

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Public access in city of COS Park system

Trail Supporters
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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6 Months
  • 3 rides
  • 10 miles avg distance
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  • 40 rides
  • Last: Sep 4, 2026
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Meadowlark Loop Trail Reports

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Jun 27, 2025 @ 12:14pm
Jun 27, 2025
 Dry. Washout is still there. There's a slight detour; it's well marked and easy to navigate.
Dec 20, 2024 @ 3:02pm
Dec 20, 2024
Mar 24, 2024 @ 9:17am
Mar 24, 2024
 The washout is still there, otherwise ideal
Mar 11, 2024 @ 2:55pm
Mar 11, 2024
 Still the washout, fixed on the east side, just a steep soft embankment on the west side of the ditch.
Mar 11, 2024 @ 2:55pm
Mar 11, 2024
 Still the washout, fixed on the east side, just a steep soft embankment on the west side of the ditch.
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        Directions to meadowlark-loop trailhead (38.757920, -104.691940)
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        2 Reviews & Comments

        BillyTheKid12 BillyTheKid12
        New to riding on dirt (gravel or MTB)? This is your introductory trail to get your tires dirty. It's relatively flat, easy to navigate, and there are zero technical sections (rock gardens, etc.) to trip you up. Just a good, easy loop to learn how to ride on dirt single track. Stay on the path as much as possible; there are plenty of small cacti looking to make tiny holes in unsuspecting tires (have the means to fix a flat tire with you). This would make a fantastic trail to get some nighttime miles in with good lighting (within guidelines, of course 😉).
        Praetorian10
        great beginner track! Not too hard uphill or downhill... maybe 3~4 switchbacks. Recommend clockwise ride

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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Meadowlark Loop located?
        Meadowlark Loop is located in Bluestem Prairie Open Space, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Bluestem Prairie Open Space trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.75792, -104.69194.
        ▼ How hard is Meadowlark Loop?
        Meadowlark Loop is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Meadowlark Loop?
        Meadowlark Loop has 193 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 187 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,826 ft to 5,953 ft.
        ▼ Is Meadowlark Loop a point to point trail?
        Meadowlark Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Meadowlark Loop?
        Meadowlark Loop is 4.1 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Meadowlark Loop?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Meadowlark Loop. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ How do I access Meadowlark Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Meadowlark Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Meadowlark Loop?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 29 minutes to ride Meadowlark Loop. The trail is 4.1 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Meadowlark Loop?
        Meadowlark Loop is a moderately popular trail. There have been 347 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 431 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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