Trails

Trails

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Explore over 7 miles of natural-surface trails right on the UCCS campus—open to students, staff, and the public. Our growing trail system offers options for hiking, running, and biking, with connections to Colorado Springs’ open spaces and commuter paths. The Trails Program focuses on recreation, wellness, education, and responsible land stewardship as we work toward opening access to all 13 miles of campus trails. Whether you're looking for a scenic walk, a fitness challenge, or a way to enjoy our natural bluffs, the UCCS trail system is here to explore.

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Current Access

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FAQ'S

Trails are open from dawn until dusk (No camping)

  • Lori Cohen Trail: 3.1 Miles (Green Trail)
  • Tuckahoe Trail: 0.7 Miles (Dark Blue Trail)
  • Wikiup Trail: 0.6 Miles (Light Blue Trail)
  • ROTC Trail: 0.6 Miles (Red Trail)
  • Tava Trail: 0.3 Miles (Orange Trail)

  • It is the responsibility of the rider to maintain a safe operating speed and be able to stop at the limit of the rider’s distance of sight. Try to anticipate other trail users as you ride when riding around corners.

  • Indicate to fellow trail users you’re within the vicinity:
    an audible greeting
    a bell ring
    indicate how you plan on passing the user – “to your left"

Do you have a class, department, student organization/club, or fraternity/sorority group who wants to volunteer? Contact Ryan Wong at rwong2@uccs.edu to coordinate a day and time that works for you and/or your group!

What to Bring

  • 1-2 refillable water bottles

  • LONG pants are highly recommended

  • Wear STURDY shoes or boots. No sandals, flip-flops or open toed shoes allowed

What to expect

  • Tools and gloves will be discussed and provided for you

  • The work necessary can range in technical difficulty, varying from spreading seed and raking to building rock steps.

  • Depending on the location, the hike to the location in need of work could be 10-30 minutes on uneven terrain.