Coyote Song Trail – Valley View Trail loop from Classification Natural Resource Protection

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United States

Colorado

Jefferson County

Coyote Song Trail – Valley View Trail loop from Classification Natural Resource Protection

Moderate

4.6

(1872)

16,212

runners

Coyote Song Trail – Valley View Trail loop from Classification Natural Resource Protection

00:51

7.92km

150m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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South Valley Park

The South Hogback Open Space

Hildebrand Ranch Park

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765 m

Coyote Song Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a visually stunning trail that runs through the middle of waves of red rock that rise out of the earth like diagonal shark fins. The red bedrock is …

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1.38 km

Coyote Song Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great views of Lockheed facility, open grasslands, and rock formations!

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2.62 km

Valley View Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The trail is a sidewalk path that follows the road around the north side of South Valley Park, but don't let that deter you. The road is not frequently trafficked and the views are beautiful.

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4.68 km

Cathy Johnson Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Cathy Johnson Trail runs along the base of the valley between Dakota Ridge and the Fountain Formation. The trail is a wide easy dirt doubletrack.

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7.92 km

South Valley Park Trailhead (south trailhead)

Highlight • Parking

The South Valley Park South Trailhead is one end of the Coyote Song Trail. This area has maps, parking, and restrooms. The trailhead is a quick turnoff from W. Deer Creek Canyon Road and is very accessible.

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