Want to get into the woods for a hike? This is a great spot not too far out of town. Stop for a woodsy stroll and then continue onto Nederland for a bite to eat.

Staff was friendly at the trailhead and provided a bandana for folks without a mask... trails are beautiful and great for hiking and mountain biking. Suggest hiking on the days that mountain bikes aren’t allowed. Usually one weekday and Saturday’s.

I found to be small. However it has very nice views of the mountains all around and it has trails for bikes and beches to get some rest. However, their bathrooms are OK. They do provide bathroom tissues and sanitizer. But still without water the smell is there and of course flies everywhere.

Not too steep, challenging, or crowded. A perfect 3.2 mile loop for me and my dog to enjoy on a Saturday afternoon where I had low to medium energy. Lots of beautiful high mountain views as well as shade to nestle into.

Went for a run on Canyon and Benjamin loop, beautiful trail, most of the elevation gain happens at the end of canyon loop (clockwise) on the last 1.5 miles.The whole thing was 7mile long (didn’t go on the fourmil link). Nice and scenic trails.

Among the best hikes in Boulder County. Beautiful views of the plains framed by foothills. Well maintained paths. Go on bike free days.

I came here on a weekday afternoon, and we did the loop. It was a pretty easy walk and most of it was shaded which was great. There was also plenty of (free) parking! We saw some people running and biking, but in general it wasnt too crowded. Views are alright, and I appreciate the mileage signs along with all the posts for which trail is which. It took us about 2.5 hours to do the Canyon Loop and Benjamin Trail loop, not including the connector in the north.

Its a great trail for hiking and biking. Its organized with specific bike traffic direction. It has all the elements that engage novices to more technical riders. A place one can enjoy a nice ride with great views and grow on skills.

Great trail. And if you fo during the week its pretty wide open. Would recommend you try it out.

Stunning!!! Canyon loop trail is vigorous but also easy to hike, just gorgeous. Highly recommend this place, the drive up alone will knock your socks off.

Great place to visit. Good for kids

We did the canyon loop and enjoyed it, a very easy 3.2 miles. An easy drive from Boulder, plenty of parking and the bathroom was very clean and well maintained

We booted up and hit the trail at 11a this morning. Snow covered the majority of the 3m canyon loop but was easily passable with standard boots, trekking pole, and camera. Trail was clearly marked by blue markers nailed to trees. Walked it counter click wise. Even saw some mountain bikers out. Really enjoyed the hike in the snow.

Great trail, some areas are shaded so on a hot day it is appreciated! There is a river at the bottom where dogs could wade and cool off. Trailhead is a little hard to find but worth the effort.

Good hike, very civilized with a restroom for the ladies. Not crowded but I did hike during the week.

Beautiful place to run, lot of bikes but you can run around them.

Love this trail. its very convenient for anyone who lives in Boulder. canyon loop trail is really awesome! You have to watch your steps in some areas but other than that not many negatives. Theres a bathroom at the beginning of the trail. There are several benches located in excellent spots for a lovely view. There were a couple signs for Mountain lions but we didnt run into any. All in all it was a good experience and I will most definitely be going again!!

Easy hike, run or Mountain bike. Most people were wearing masks or pulled a buff up as they passed us. Wednesday and Saturday are for hikers only. All other days Mountain bikes have to follow the arrows and all ride in the same direction.

MTB trails are a blast. Difficulty level is a blue and the trails offer fun obstacles, quick downhills, and some climbs.Mobile phone coverage is spotty, so plan accordingly.

Great trail, not too technical with good flow. Starts with a nice downhill, which means it ends with a bit of a climb.

Loved this hike! Pretty easy mostly level gravel path. 3.4 miles in a loop. Some shade. Up and down mild hills. Good for kids. Lots of bike traffic though, and we did get tired of stepping aside for them every few minutes. Facemasks are required at the trailhead and whenever passing someone.

This was a really nice and easy hike. We did the 3.3 mile loop and it wore the kids out pretty well! We saw a few deer too. The mountain bikes made it a little crowded but if you hike on Wednesday or Saturday then it’s closed to bikes.

Wanted a relatively tame start to some mountain biking in the Boulder area. Betasso offered exactly that. Rode up Four-mile canyon and dropped into Betasso from the north. Easy riding of both loops. Nice change of scenery during the ride. Would highly recommend it!

Fantastic mountain biking area, great to really put the power down and speed through if youre a more competent rider, or work on your skills as a newer rider.

What an awesome hike close to Boulder. Youll be rewarded by a wonderful view after walking a short while!

Smooth single track. Very flowy.

Had a great time hanging in the hammocks while taking in the views!

Very peaceful and quiet on the trail(went Wednesday when bikes arent allowed). Only big complaint was someone cant be bothered to clean up after their horse.

We went for a hike at Betasso Preserve while visiting Boulder. Its a nice little park near Boulder Canyon. Be aware of construction on Boulder Canyon Drive that impacts traffic getting here. The trails are open some days for mountain biking; we visited on a Saturday when bikes are prohibited. The Canyon Loop and Benjamin Loop made a nice hike with several good viewpoints of the foothills.

Lovely, swoopy trails to both run and ride

The forested portions of the Betasso trail (particularly Benjamin) remind me of the Pacific Northwest. Beautiful.

Pretty views, and on MTB done really fun flowy riding.The directionality of trails for MTB makes the whole system more usable for riders and hikers alike IMO. Hikers always know where mtbs will come from, riders dont have to worry about onco.ng traffic as much.

Ran + Hiked this with the locals. What a gorgeous trail and views!

Great mountain biking. One of the best in the area

Very scenic park, lots of shade and very dog friendly

Beautiful park with great facilities. Trails are well maintained and easy to follow. If you plan to mountain bike check the dates you can use trails, and be on the lookout for direction signage on the trails.

Great place to chill, walk or hike. The creek sounds amazing

I went to Betasso Preserve for the first time yesterday (Saturday) and it wasnt very busy. The Canyon Loop seems like a good beginner trail for both trail running or mountain biking (although biking is not allowed on Saturdays). Nice easy trail just a few minutes by car outside of Boulder.

Great go-to. The connector is a brutal climb, but worth every pedal stroke!

Great place for a quick mtb ride close to town.....takes under an hour to the standard route.

A wonderful 3-mile hike!

This place has a shelter w a BBQ you can hire for the day. We had a blast here and had a lot of good food. Highly recommended. Theres plenty of hiking and mountain biking to do here too.

It was a free trail with different trails depending on your skill level. The scenery is beyond anything Ive seen! Deer, hummingbirds, mountain loins and more are some of the things I saw. I would recommend hiking boots since some of the trails have mud and really slick gravel. If this would be a first for you definitely try Betasso! Also be aware of bikers on the trails too.

Love this trail, definitely worth it to go to Bummers Rock also. Be careful on the weekdays, the pass is closed from 10-2 and if you try to leave during that time it will take you an hour or more to get back to Boulder. It was a great drive though.

Great little place for a 1/2 day. 15 min from downtown boulder. Trails are easy, with nice views of the plains, and Indian peaks.

Nice place!

Great views.... Highly recommended place to go for a hike or mountain bike ride.

5 stars - would hike again

Beautiful gem of Boulder. Highly recommend for hiking and mountain biking with great views and flow, without too much climbing. Only reason I have it 4 stars is because the trails can get pretty busy

Beutiful views and a well maintained trail system. I ran a loop and encountered several mountain bikers and hikers who were all courteous and shared the trail.

Beautiful and clean, not very crowded at all

Beautiful views! Nice drive

Great mountain biking, one way rules!

Kids love the Bummers Rock overlook. Family had a great time hiking. Breath taking

Went to Bummers Rock for lunch. Definitely not a bummer

Mountain bike with both wide track and single track trails. Two distinct loops approx, 3 miles each. Typical front range loose over hard trail surface. Lower tire pressure helps with traction. Technically a medium track. Hiking, running and views. No MTB on Sunday and Wednesday.

Bathroom and picnic tables at trailhead, clearly marked trails, easy-moderate trail run, plenty of shade. Busy on weekends.

Nice loop hike, some icy spots in January.

Great hike and views.

Beautiful views

Great little spot for a run or hike. Trail is closed to mt biking on the weekends, so you dont have to worry about getting run over on the narrow parts of the trails. Parking is a premium so either get there early, or after the first wave of hikers get through.

The kids loved this trail.

Great MTB trail with some switchbacks and cool downhills.

Great hike on Wednesdays and Saturdays when crazed mountain bikers are banned. Hike away other days but it won’t be fun.

Wonderful hike! Easy dirty paths, around ~3.5 miles all the way around the loop. Great to take children or people who dont hike a lot!

Busy, but well maintained preserve just outside Boulder

Canyon loop trail was super great and fairly easy. its s great place for a peaceful walk, especially for those who dont hike much. the elevation might be a problem if youre not used to it. As long as you have water and focus on your breathing its not a problem. I though it was perfect and much shorter than some of the trails Ive hiked recently. the greenery and the views are breathtaking. the canyon loop trail is nice and smooth for the most part, pretty level the majority of the trail. excellent for a quick run as well!

Wednesday and Saturday are great days for trail running. The trails are well kept, traffic is low, and the views are incredible. It is also very runnable terrain.

Nice trail, not too challenging but the trail is on side hill for most of time

I often go to this hike on Saturday and it is one of the best ways to enjoy weekend the Boulder way!! Awesome views and if you are lucky you can spot deers.

Beautiful! Nice picnic spots. Nice balance of shade and sun.

Enjoy

Lovely! Nature!

Great hike

Betasso is a great trail for mountain biking for all levels. The track is rather flowy and it is a good mix of uphill and downhill. The views are great and its great being out in the forest. This trail is fun for kids and also for adults.Mountain biking isnt allowed on Wednesdays or Saturdays so make sure to plan your trip accordingly.Also a great place for picnics and hikes. You can drive up and park in the parking lots or you can bike up from Boulder.

Great place for walk and bike. Barbeque grill was locked. I guess, for a picnic reservation needed.

Really excellent flowing trail. This was my first time out on the trail and its gorgeous. There are some steady, low grade climbs, lots of semi-technical and Rocky downhill. Go early to avoid hikers and trail runners! Highly recommended for beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders. Its easy to find more technical lines if you want a challenge.

My favorite hike in Boulder! Invigorating, yet not strenuous. You can do 3.3 miles, or take the Link Trail to the Benjamin Loop (which i highly recommend!) and make it a 7 mile adventure! Go. Now!

MTB ride was great for XC. Check the direction as it changes. Enjoy the fun!

Beautiful scenery

Awesome trail. Beautiful scenery and not a crowd of people because of the work on the canyon

Techinal MTB trails with epic views! This trail is closed for bikes on Wednesdays and Saturday and open for hikers everyday! So be careful with hikers at all times if youre biking. Enjoy it!

Georgeous hike, fairly easy, though icy in patches.

I love coming here for a short, relaxed hike. I find the trails to be kept nice, and the people friendly. If you come here just be mindful that the trails can get a little crowded and you should always be on the lookout for mountain bikers flying through the trail.

Great area to hike, bike, and cookout! Pack a picnic and enjoy the views!

Very low traffic, views were all right, nothing compared to most of the other views you can find in CO, but it was nice. Quaint would be a good word for it.

A great loop hike with beautiful views.

This is my favorite mountain bike trail in the area. Tack on extra Benjamin loops for a longer ride. Do canyon loop only with a beginner. Add the link trail for intermediate and advanced riders. There are a ton of options for riders of all skill levels here.

Never busy. Incredible place to enjoy nature.

Nice flat-ish loop with good views all around.

Great place to MTB. Not super busy, close to town and decently long ride. Only a few obstacles to challenge a newer rider.

Being originally from Kansas, this feels like a typical Colorado trail, but it does have its share of breathtaking views about a mile to a mile and half in.

Public bathroom, some covered areas for grilling and great hiking and biking

Easy trail, not rocky, some minor views

You can reserve this place for parties. Its GREAT for parties. Just keep in mind if your party runs late into the day, you are going to get quite the visit by a fair number of wasps. Best to keep your food covered. Also: NO ALCOHOL ALLOWED. You will be fined.

Nice trail for MTB. Gets super crowded though.

Beautiful trail system just outside Boulder. Great for riding and low key hiking. Equestrians also frequent the area. Good signage and cooperative users keep right of way issues virtually non-existent.

Great hiking

Love this beautiful place. Great paths for walking or bike riding with beautiful views.

One of the best trails in boulder - walk / run Wednesday and Saturday when there are no mountain bikes around