Lion Canyon Trail #1329


Area Status: Open

Lion Canyon Trail #1329 is a 2.5 mile moderate trail that is open to hiking, horse-riding and motorcycles. No ATVs.

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Curley Peak, CO
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At a Glance

Fees: No fee is charged.
Usage: Medium
Busiest Season: May to September
Closest Towns: Cañon City, CO
Water: No drinking water provided.
Restroom: None
Information Center: San Carlos Ranger District

General Information

Directions:

Lion Canyon Trail has two trailheads.The first one is located south of Canon City on County Road 143,  Oak Creek Grade. The second is located on Forest Service Road # 274 at Locke Park. The trail is 2.4 miles long and open to motorcycles, not ATVs.


Recreation Map

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Activities

Day Hiking

Backpacking

Horse Riding

OHV Trail Riding

Motorcycles only.

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Highlights

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Location

 
  Area/Length : 
2.5 Miles

  Latitude : 
38.29507592

  Longitude : 
-105.2689015

  Elevation : 
7,678ft - 9,165ft