Forsythe Canyon Trailhead

"Description: I discovered this waterfall shortly after moving to Boulder, and am not sick of visiting 25 years later. This hike meanders along a creek through meadows and forests, before culminating in the opportunity to stand at the top of a stunning waterfall! But that's not all. If you follow the trail around to your left, over some rocks, then down into the canyon, you get to the bottom of the waterfall and can take in all it's glory. If you keep hiking, you will get to a remote inlet of Gross Reservoir, far away from the crowds that visit the more accessible parts. Your puppers will love all the sights, smells, critters, and shade this trail provides! Difficulty Rating: Easy This trail goes down first, then you have to climb up to return to your car. Don't fear, however, the elevation gain is small. Popularity Rating: High This trail can get busy on the weekends, but it's far from the busiest in the area, and never feels crowded. Visit in the winter months for a truly magical and zero-crowd experience! -Trailhead: Forsythe Canyon Trailhead -Stats: 3.2 mi RT, 433 ft elevation gain -Getting there: Magnolia Rd. is steep and windey, and turns into a dirt road several miles before you arrive at the trailhead. However, no special off-road capability is needed. -Parking: Free parking at trailhead. -Restrooms at the trailhead: Pit latrines -Puppers: This is an on-leash area, and also know that no dogs (or humans) are allowed to swim in the reservoir. Sniffs & splashes only! -Best time to visit: Year round! We love this trail in July-September to beat the heat, but also love to visit in the winter to see the falls frozen. -Good to know: The trailhead is at the head of a jeep road. If you have 4wd capability, or feel like hiking a bit more, you can find several dispersed camping sites in the area with a little exploration. 📍Forsythe Canyon, Co, is located on the ancestral homelands of the Tséstho’e (Cheyenne), Hinono’eino’ Biito’owu’ (Arapaho), & Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) people"