I hiked this route on a Wednesday morning/early afternoon and still encountered numerous mountain bikers throughout the day. Keep on eye out for them as there are main downhill portions with sharp corners where they can surprise you suddenly.

The waterfalls on this trek are not large. They only drop several feet. But, they are pretty nonetheless and add some variety to the scenery on the hike. The rest of the hike consists primarily of trails through heavy forest, rock formations, and some open prairies. I found myself getting a little bored with the terrain during the last mile or two…but, maybe I was just getting tired. There are some panoramic views of the surrounding valleys, but nothing that I would call really spectacular. Still, it’s a nice hike.

The drive from Boulder to the trailhead was almost as interesting as the hike itself. Heading up Flagstaff Road, you encounter numerous hairpin turns as you climb up the mountain. You’ll also run into many bikers (hopefully, not literally) also making the climb. The are some nice views of Boulder as you travel. Parking in these areas is not free, however, as it is part of the Boulder Mountain Parks system.