Pack Adventure: Flatirons North & Prairie Vista Loop Trail

Join us for a beautiful loop hike at the base of Boulder’s iconic Flatirons! The Flatirons North and Prairie Vista Loop Trail combines sweeping meadow views, gentle rolling hills, and close-up views of the dramatic sandstone formations that make Boulder famous. This is a great outing for dogs who benefit from moderate exercise, steady exposure, and calm training time in a scenic setting.

📍 Location: Flatirons North & Prairie Vista Loop Trail – Meet at Chautauqua Park Trailhead
📏 Distance: ~3.5 miles (loop)
⛰️ Elevation Gain: ~400 ft – mild incline, mostly gentle terrain
🕓 Pace: Relaxed – with plenty of breaks for decompression, training, and enjoying the scenery
🐕 Dog-Friendly? Yes – dogs are welcome on leash. Trails can have light-to-moderate traffic, so we’ll practice polite leash skills and space management.

Expect golden meadows, iconic Flatiron views, and a supportive group who understands the unique joys and challenges of hiking with reactive dogs.

Use AllTrails to navigate to the main trailhead.

Pack Hike Guidelines

For a safe and respectful hike for everyone:

🦮 Leashes required – 6 ft non-retractable preferred for control on narrow sections
🤝 No on-leash greetings unless clearly agreed upon
💩 Pick up after your pup – please bring your own waste bags
🚸 Children must not approach dogs unless invited by the handler
🧠 Give all dogs space – especially those who are working through reactivity or anxiety
💬 Always ask before approaching or petting any dog
❤️ Show up with patience, kindness, and zero judgment – we’re all here to support each other
🎒 Bring water for you and your pup, treats, and appropriate trail gear (harness, boots, etc.)

Can’t wait to hit the trail with you! Let me know if you have any questions about gear, navigating the trail, or managing specific challenges.