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Summary: Start from the parking lot and walk about 100 yards, cross a stream, and continue straight on the Village Walk Trail. After 0.4 miles, take the Red Rocks Trail to the south. You will see the Morrison Slide rising in the distance. As you get closer, you can see the trail switchbacking up the side of Morrison Slide. After another 0.6 miles, you cross a stream. Just after the stream crossing, you come to the junction with the Morrison Slide Trail. Go up the Morrison Slide Trail and you will be rewarded with a pleasant walk along the edge of a 20 foot cliff. A nice resting spot is found just before you start descending the other side of the slide. This descent is a challenging mountain bike trail, so watch out for the bike riders struggling up the fairly rough trail. When you reach the Red Rocks trail, go north to return to your starting point. Warning: Other than the two stream crossings, there is little shade on this trail. It is best in the morning or evening. Trailhead: From I-70, take exit 259. Go south about 0.1 miles and turn west at the entrance to Matthew Winters Park. Park in the small area. If the parking area is full, proceed across the road at the Park-n-Ride stegosaurus parking lot. (Lat:39.69 Lon:-105.205) Trail Guides for Matthew Winters Park Red Rocks Morrison Slide: Matthew Winters Park by Jefferson County Open Space (Jefferson County) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: Jefferson County Open Space Parks - 303-271-5925 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Keith Robinson, who has posted 5 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by AG on 7/30/2007 I truly loved the scenery and wildlife. The view was magnificent and the trail conditions were great. I would most definitely go back for another hike!
Reviewed by Lillith on 5/1/2007 Really nice hike. It had lots of wild flowers to look at and a great view of Red Rocks at the top. I saw a pretty banded snake! 
Reviewed by Krista on 6/25/2006 This is a nice, easy trail walk. The switch backs are about the only place that the heart will pump hard. This trail is GREAT for trail running. Nice scenery and friendly people. Watch for mountain bikers. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Colorado Hiking, Colorado Trails, Colorado Hikes, Jefferson County Hiking, Jefferson County Trails, Jefferson County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
