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Summit of the Manitou Incline – Manitou Incline Trailhead loop from Manitou Springs

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Manitou Springs

Summit of the Manitou Incline – Manitou Incline Trailhead loop from Manitou Springs

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Summit of the Manitou Incline – Manitou Incline Trailhead loop from Manitou Springs

03:03

6.55km

640m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Tips

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Pike National Forest

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

556 m

Stratton Spring Fountain

Highlight • Natural Monument

One of the many natural spring water fountains in the area. Very refreshing after hiking the Manitou Incline.

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2

868 m

Miramont Castle

Highlight • Castle

3

2.52 km

Northern Incline Return Trail at Step 1300

Highlight • Trail

At step 1300, you have the option to take a hard dirt trail back down rather than going down on the steps if you choose not to reach the summit. …

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4

2.75 km

Manitou Incline Bailout Point (Barr Trail Intersection)

Highlight • Trail

This point is commonly known as the bailout spot, where Barr Trail intersects with the Incline. From here, you have approximately 1,000 more steps remaining, making it your final opportunity to exit the incline before reaching the summit.

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5

2.97 km

False Summit of the Manitou Incline

Highlight • Climb

Do not be fooled by the false summit ahead. Although it may appear to be the top as you ascend, remember that beyond this point, you still have another 500 …

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6

3.19 km

Summit of the Manitou Incline

Highlight • Summit

Be prepared to take a few moments to catch your breath and recover when you reach the summit. Afterward, you'll be rewarded with a stunning view of Colorado Springs and …

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7

3.97 km

Viewpoint at the Edge of the Manitou Incline

Highlight • Viewpoint

8

4.53 km

Manitou Incline Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This marks the beginning of the 2,768 steps, which will lead you through almost 2,000 feet of elevation change in less than a mile. The climb is extremely challenging, so …

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B

6.55 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.79 km

1.23 km

720 m

503 m

298 m

Surfaces

2.74 km

2.12 km

793 m

503 m

380 m

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Wednesday 14 October

11°C

3°C

89 %

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