# Golden Gate Canyon: Forgotten Valley Snowshoe Hike

> Place to go for families in the Denver–Aurora–Centennial area (CO). Times are Mountain Time.

- When: Open on its own schedule
- Where: Golden Gate Canyon State Park (Bridge Creek Trailhead), 92 Crawford Gulch Rd, Golden, CO 80403
- Ages: Ages 4+; gentle terrain, excellent for snowshoe beginners and families
- Price: $10 daily vehicle park pass; CPW annual pass accepted
- Organizer: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
- Official page: https://cpw.state.co.us
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

An easy 3-mile roundtrip snowshoe hike just 45 minutes from Denver, completely avoiding I-70 traffic. Follows Horseshoe Trail through peaceful aspen groves and gentle meadows to a historic 1800s homestead cabin and frozen pond.

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