Best Hikes with Children in Colorado (Paperback, 3rd Revised ed.)

Short hikes for short legs (and those still young at heart) in Colorado. *86 hikes chosen for kid appeal *Trails accessible from Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Vail, Aspen, and Crested Butte *New "Great Getaways" chart of Colorado's 18 best family fun destinations for hiking, camping, swimming, and more. Lichen Loop, Piedra River Trail, Baby Bathtubs Trail: these are just a few of the new hikes families will enjoy together in this completely updated edition of this popular guide. Hikes range from 1 to 8 miles in length, with optional turn around points for tired feet. They feature "environmental close-ups" to keep young hikers turned on to hiking--for example, you might search for polliwogs, discover wildflowers, or explore sand dunes. Also included is advice on hiking with children and tips for keeping it fun.