Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado

Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025) Trails
Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025)

Basic Information

Left Hand Trailhead
7200–7598 N 39th St, Boulder, CO 80302

  • Official Site: Left Hand (City of Boulder)
  • Official Map: OSMP Trail Map (City of Boulder)
  • Location: 7200–7598 N 39th St, Boulder, CO 80302
    (📍 View on Google Maps)
  • Trail Connection: Approximately 2.8 miles one way to Boulder Valley Ranch Trailhead

Parking and Trailhead

Left Hand Trailhead
7200–7598 N 39th St, Boulder, CO 80302

The trailhead has a large parking area and is generally easy to access.

Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025)
Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025)

Map and Connections

This trail connects south to Boulder Valley Ranch, with a distance of about 2.8 miles.
Because of the length and terrain, it also appears well suited for mountain biking.

Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025)
Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025)

Trail Conditions

During summer, the trail can be hot and dry, so hiking in the cooler morning hours is recommended.

Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025)
Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025)

Plants and Wildflowers

Curly Dock
Along the trail, many Curly Dock plants (Rumex crispus, Polygonaceae) were observed,
showing brown seed heads after flowering.

Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025)
Left Hand Trailhead, Boulder, Colorado (July 2025)

Related Book

[Book] The Best Urban Hikes: Boulder
Relevant chapter:
5. Boulder Valley Ranch – Choose Your Own Adventure Loops

(Available on Amazon US)



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