Josh Beard

Spruce Mountain

A walk around Spruce Mountain near Palmer Lake, Colorado.

Really a cool hike and not very busy on the morning I went, though I was there shortly after sunrise. My total was just under 6 miles and it was pretty easy. I’d like to come back and run this one.

Looking East towards Greenland Open Space from Spruce Mountain, Palmer Lake, Colorado. Right after sunrise made for a beautiful morning glow. August 30, 2026.

Looking East towards Greenland Open Space from Spruce Mountain, Palmer Lake, Colorado. Right after sunrise made for a beautiful morning glow. August 30, 2026.

Looking South towards Palmer Lake from Spruce Mountain, Colorado. August 30, 2026.Looking North from Spruce Mountain, Colorado. August 30, 2026.Looking West from Spruce Mountain, Colorado. August 30, 2026.