Runner on the Rampart Reservoir trail with singletrack cutting through ponderosa pines above the shoreline. Image accompanying The Travel Runner’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Rampart Reservoir offers a variety of routes, from a 3.7-mile loop to a 14.8-mile loop. The full loop starts and ends at Rainbow Gulch trailhead, providing stunning views of Pikes Peak.
The trail features rolling terrain with over 1,000 feet of elevation gain. It’s highly runnable with minimal technical challenges, making it ideal for long runs. Parking at Rainbow Gulch avoids fees. Read more travel coverage.
Starting from Woodland Park, follow S Baldwin Street to Loy Creek Road, then to Rampart Range Road. The trail is bumpy, so consider your vehicle’s condition. The first half offers beautiful reservoir views, while the second half provides stunning Pikes Peak vistas.
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What should runners know about Rampart Reservoir Trail: A Long Run with Stunning Views?
A comprehensive review of the Rampart Reservoir trail system in Woodland Park, Colorado. Rampart Reservoir offers a variety of routes, from a 3.7-mile loop to a 14.8-mile loop. The full loop starts and ends at Rainbow Gulch trailhead, providing stunning views of Pikes Peak.
When did Runner World publish this travel brief?
Runner World published this brief on July 29, 2026. The underlying The Travel Runner report was dated July 24, 2026.
Where can readers find the complete original report?
This summary is based on reporting from The Travel Runner. The attributed source link in the article leads to the publisher’s complete report.
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