Hiking in Colorado is a must year-round, but come the warmest months, it’s at its best, with pleasant temperatures and ever-scenic trails. Do you want to know another advantage of Colorado warm-weather hikes? You can work up a sweat AND cool off, as a handful of the best hikes in our beautiful state lead to epic swimming holes. If you are ready to take the plunge and are searching for the best swimming hole hike out there, grab your towel and head to Paradise Cove in Colorado.

Located a mere hour from Colorado Springs, near the small town of Florrisant, is the slice of paradise that is Paradise Cove - and the short and sweet trail that leads there.
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Spanning one mile (out-and-back), the moderately difficult Paradise Cove Swimming Hole Trail is considered to be the most beautiful hike in the area, thanks to its many trees, rocky cliffs, and - depending on the time of year - intensely colorful wildflowers.
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While this scenic trail would be awe-inspiring enough all by itself, it's what you'll discover at the end of the trail that makes it so memorable.
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Arguably the most beautiful swimming hole in Colorado, Paradise Cove, is a deep pool fed by a waterfall surrounded by rugged cliffs, giving visitors an opportunity to dive at various heights.
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As per the Bureau of Land Management, overnight camping, alcohol, fires, amplified music, and off-leash pets are not permitted in Paradise Cove (which is also known as Guffey Gorge), so please keep this in mind while you visit the area.
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Please note: There is no permit needed to visit the area; however, between May 15th and September 30th, there is a $6.00-per-vehicle per day fee that can be purchased onsite.
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Have you been on this hiking trail in Colorado? And you believe it’s one of the best Colorado hikes? Do you have any tips for newbies? Let us know in the comments! For even more epic swimming holes, check out our list of swimming holes near Denver.

 

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