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Balanced Rock

Balanced Rock(edit)

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   #6 hike out of 28 in Garden of the Gods Park   |   
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7.5 mi
Distance
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4 hrs 21 min
Time
terrain
315 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate one way trail in Garden of the Gods Park.

This trail goes by Siamese Twins, Balanced Rock, and Giant Footprint.


This is an alternate route for Balanced Rock Loop.



Sights to See

  • Balanced Rock
  • Giant Footprint
  • Sentinel Spires
  • Wildlife: Among the rocks

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Public Tracks

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LightSage9915 6 years, 11 months ago
Track (6/14/19, 8:57:05AM)

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