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2.9 miles
Distance
-152 ft
Descent
00:25:13
Avg time
-152 ft
Altitude change
5,975 ft
Altitude min
6,126 ft
Altitude max
6,126 ft
Altitude start
5,974 ft
Altitude end
-1%
Grade
-11.6%
Grade max
0.6%
Grade min
115 ft
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
1,309 ft
Distance flat
00:25:13
Avg time

Shooks Run Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    High Chaparral Open Space
    Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
    Secondary Access Road/Trail Rate
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 40 in E-Biking
    • 60 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Adaptive Biking
    • 90 in Gravel Biking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Exposure
    Normal
  • Trail Type
    Paved Path
  • Bike Type
    XC, RD, Adaptive MTB, CX, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge
  • Lighting
    Partial

Urban trail through the neighborhood. Part of the larger trail network and Legacy Loop. Easy riding on a paved pathway. It crosses a few streets and is easy to miss when it crosses North Corona St. Frequently used by commuters, dog walkers and families.

source: Urban Trails website
Adaptive Bike Info
aMTB Green Rating: Beginner features and moderate terrain.
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 12 miles avg distance
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      Urban pathway - part of the network of urban trails

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Shooks Run located?
      Shooks Run is located in High Chaparral Open Space, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. It is part of the High Chaparral Open Space trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.87057, -104.81808.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Shooks Run?
      The trail has 152 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,975 ft to 6,126 ft.
      ▼ Is Shooks Run a point to point trail?
      Shooks Run is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is paved path.
      ▼ How long is Shooks Run?
      Shooks Run is 2.9 miles long. The trail type is paved path.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Shooks Run?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Shooks Run. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Shooks Run? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Shooks Run are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Shooks Run?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 17 minutes to ride Shooks Run. The trail is 2.9 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Shooks Run?
      Shooks Run is a very popular trail. There have been 660 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 637 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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