N.C.A.R. Trail
National Center for Atmospheric Research, Boulder County, CO
Out-and-back trail in National Center for Atmospheric Research, Boulder County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 233 ft (71 m)
- Est. Time
- 35 min
- High point
- 6,257 ft (1,907 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Table Mountain 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about N.C.A.R. Trail
How long is N.C.A.R. Trail?
N.C.A.R. Trail is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) long. Most people take about 35 min. It climbs 233 ft (71 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,257 ft (1,907 m).
How hard is N.C.A.R. Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for N.C.A.R. Trail?
Parking at the start, Free.
Are there water and toilets on N.C.A.R. Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is N.C.A.R. Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (38% under trees).
What can you do on N.C.A.R. Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Walking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near N.C.A.R. Trail?
Starbucks, 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: King Soopers, 1.3 mi (2.1 km).
Is this a good week for N.C.A.R. Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near N.C.A.R. Trail
- Bear Canyon - NCAR Trail Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Skunk Canyon Trail Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- Skunk Connector National Center for Atmospheric Research · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.6 km)
- Holly Berry Trail National Center for Atmospheric Research · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- N.C.A.R. - Bear Connector National Center for Atmospheric Research · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
- Mallory Cave Trail Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.3 km)
- Kohler Spur Trail Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- NCAR - Table Mesa Trail National Center for Atmospheric Research · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
More hikes in National Center for Atmospheric Research
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap