Goat Mountain (7,797′) is a great option to escape crowds while staying close to Denver. The lack of hiker/runner traffic is somewhat surprising given its proximity to the very well traveled Waterton Canyon.
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Goat Mountain (7,797′) is a great option to escape crowds while staying close to Denver. The lack of hiker/runner traffic is somewhat surprising given its proximity to the very well traveled Waterton Canyon.