In early 2019, the City of Cañon City voted to pay for the refurbishment of two historic train trestles on City property. Previously used by the Point Alta Vista Scenic Railway, the trestles were abandoned after the railway shut down in 2012 after 52 years of service.
The newest addition to the Royal Gorge Park Trails is now complete (well more on the way, but you can now reasonably connect to Point Alta Vista for now). The "One Track Mind" trail departs from Made in the Shade and connects to Point Alta Vista. One Track Mind is currently the only access to Point Alta Vista - please be aware that it is a strenuous 8 mile round trip from the CR 3A parking lot to Point Alta Vista and back. Huge thanks to the City of Cañon City, Royal Gorge Ranch and Resort, Terra Firma Trails, Bristlecone Trail Building, and Fremont Adventure Recreation 1% for Trails sponsors for making this trail a reality.
- http://www.joinfar.org/
When I first placed this cache, I took the Made In The Shade Trail and hiked close to ten miles. Fortunately, since then there's been an easier trail that has opened that will allow you to walk about a tenth of that distance.
Once you get to the Point Alta Vista, enjoy the amazing views. While the area is fenced, there are steep drops, so please watch your kids.
