New Santa Fe Regional Trail
Third St.
Monument, CO 80132
719-520-PLAY
https://communityservices.elpasoco.com/parks-and-recreation/new-santa-fe-regional-trail/
Trail: Bike, Hike, Horse, Picnic, Walk
This 15-mile trail drops 1200 feet in elevation as it follows a 6.5-mile portion of the abandoned Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe railroad line along the front range corridor through the U.S. Air Force Academy. Hikers, bikers, and horseback riders enjoy a variety of wildlife, abundant wildflowers, open grasslands, cottonwoods and ponderosa pines, interesting geological landmarks such as Elephant Rock and Monument Rock, and magnificent views, including Pikes Peak, along the mountainous backdrop.