Mountain View

Managing agency

Arapaho-Roosevelt NF — Boulder RD

Mountain View is a 12.6-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near Colorado, managed by the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest Boulder Ranger District. This trail offers hikers a substantial day hike experience through the national forest landscape. The out-and-back format means hikers will travel to a destination point and retrace their route, making the full journey 12.6 miles total. The trail is administered by the U.S. Forest Service, ensuring maintained pathways and access standards typical of national forest lands. The Boulder Ranger District manages numerous recreational opportunities across the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest, and Mountain View provides a moderate to challenging hiking option depending on individual fitness levels. Hikers should plan accordingly for a full day outing given the distance involved. For current conditions, trail status updates, and detailed directions from nearby Colorado communities, contact the Boulder Ranger District directly. As with all national forest trails, visitors should check seasonal closures and weather conditions before planning their trip.