Point of Interest
The Round Mountain Trail offers great views of the Big Thompson Canyon as you climb and from the summit of Sheep Mountain you can see views of the plains to the east and into Rocky Mountain National Park to the west.
Dogs must be on leash only for the first mile on the Sheep Mountain Trail, all the way on the Nature Trail.
Length: 4.4 Miles
Loop Trail: No
Primary Trail Type: Backcountry
Additional Trail Types: -
Agency: USDA Forest Service
Entry Fee: -
Fee Notes: -
Parking Fee: -
Permit Fee: -
Trail Use Notes:
None
Seasonal Use Notes:
None
Location: Trail is located 13 miles west of Loveland, CO on US Highway 34 across from Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park.
County: Larimer
State: CO
Townships: -
Driving Directions:
From Loveland, Colorado take US Highway 34 west towards Estes Park for 13 miles, trailhead is on the south side of the highway.
Average Grade: 8%
Maximum Grade: 15%
Elevation High: 8457 Feet
Elevation Low: 5073 Feet
Elevation Gain: 2884 Feet
Average Width: 24 Inches
Minimum Width: -
Primary Surface: Gravel
Additional Surfaces: Gravel
Year Designated: 1981
