Mount Goliath Natural Area protects North America's largest stand of bristlecone pine trees, serving as an internationally-recognized site for alpine ecology study. The natural area is centered around the majestic Mount Goliath, which stands near Idaho Springs within the Arapaho National Forest near Mount Evans. Some of Colorado's oldest trees are housed within the natural area, including trees growing as old as 2,500 years old. Visitors can explore the United States' highest cultivated botanical garden facility at the Dos Chappell Nature Center or traverse the 1.5-mile M. Walter Pesman Trail, which passes beautiful subalpine forest and wildflower areas. Guided garden explorations are offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays during the summer months, with free shuttle service offered to the nature center.

Mt Evans Rd, Evergreen, CO 80439

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