A hiking area boasting expansive views due west towards Deckers and the Platte River Valley. Visitors can explore trails that showcase Colorado's natural beauty with panoramic landscapes and peaceful surroundings.
What to Expect:
🌄 Outstanding valley and mountain views
📸 Excellent photo opportunities
Important Information:
– Parking available along S Rampart Range Rd
– No formal visitor facilities
– Dogs allowed, leash recommended
– No entrance fee or permits required
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🌅 Best Lighting for Photography: Late afternoon offers golden hour light perfect for capturing the valley and mountain vistas.
🥾 Trail Variety: Several unmarked paths provide a range of hiking experiences from easy walks to moderate hikes.
🚶 Minimal Crowds: Weekdays tend to be quieter, offering a more serene nature experience.
🐕 Dog Friendly: Dogs are welcome; bringing a leash is recommended to respect other visitors and wildlife.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors appreciate the stunning westward views of the Platte River Valley and Deckers, praising the peaceful and scenic hiking experience available here.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
