more stats
915 ft
Distance
109 ft
Climb
00:05:16
Avg time
112 ft
Altitude change
8,384 ft
Altitude min
8,496 ft
Altitude max
8,384 ft
Altitude start
8,497 ft
Altitude end
12.2%
Grade
3%
Grade max
31.9%
Grade min
915 ft
Distance climb
00:05:16
Avg time

Prospectors Push Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Virginia Canyon Mountain Park
    Idaho Springs, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Hiking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
  • Global Ranking
    #204373 in Hiking [+]
    • #213276 in Trail Running
  • State Ranking
    #6,157 in Hiking · Colorado [+]
    • #6,312 in Trail Running
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Year Opened
    2026
  • Land Owner
    City of Idaho Springs

Hike-Only Trail that loops the Buttermilk Peak Trail

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Prospectors Push located?
      Prospectors Push is located in Virginia Canyon Mountain Park, Idaho Springs, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Virginia Canyon Mountain Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.7508, -105.51059.
      ▼ How hard is Prospectors Push?
      Prospectors Push is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 12.2%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Prospectors Push?
      Prospectors Push has 109 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 8,384 ft to 8,496 ft.
      ▼ Is Prospectors Push a point to point trail?
      Prospectors Push is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Prospectors Push?
      Prospectors Push is 915 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Prospectors Push?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Prospectors Push. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Prospectors Push? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Prospectors Push are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to hike Prospectors Push?
      The estimated time to hike Prospectors Push is approximately 5 minutes. The trail is 915 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is Prospectors Push?
      Prospectors Push is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 203 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 329 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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