Sapphire Point Overlook Colorado Hike Review
Sapphire Point Overlook is a short loop hike located in Dillon, Colorado. This is a good spot for a short walk, picnic or to shoot photos during a special occasion. Sapphire Point is family friendly, dog friendly and a popular spot to visit year round.
Sapphire Point Overlook Quick Facts
Sapphire Point Overlook: ★★★ (3/5 Stars)
Distance: .60 Miles RT
Elevation Start: 9,814 ft
Highest Point: 9,883 ft
Total Elevation Gain: 80 ft
Estimated Time to Complete: 20 – 30 minutes RT
Difficulty: Walk in the Park – What does this mean?
Class: Class 1
Season: Year-Round (Expect occasional snow/ice December – March)
Directions to Sapphire Point
Trailhead: Sapphire Point
Getting Here: Sapphire Point Overlook can be accessed from either Frisco or Dillon. From Dillon, take highway 6 to Swan Mountain Road for about 3 miles until you reach the parking area on top of the hill. You can enter Sapphire Point into your favorite navigational device.
Fees: None
Parking: This hike has a small parking area that can fit between 20-30 cars. Since the hike is short, turnover is relatively quick. The parking area does have a non-plumbing bathroom as well.
Summary
Camping: Camping is not allowed on this hike but neighboring Prospector Campground is a good spot if you are looking to camp nearby. For more information about this campground, you can check out this page. Fun fact, Jackie and I got married here.
Dogs: This hike is dog friendly and a great place to walk your pup. There are poop bag dispensers at the trailhead.
Make it a Loop: This hike is a small loop. If you want to hike more in the area, head down to the trails that work around the Dillon Reservoir.
Trail X Factors: Short Hike
If you are visiting the area and want to get outside, but not take up the majority of your day, this is a great spot to go. The hike is under a mile long but offers insanely beautiful views all year round for almost zero effort.
Mick’s Tip: Bring a Picnic
Looking for a spot to enjoy an outdoor lunch? There are 2-3 picnic tables about halfway through the hike that offer a beautiful spot to enjoy nature and views of the reservoir. Whether you are planning a family trip or looking to impress a date, this is a nice spot to go.
Best Views: My favorite views on this hike are at the beginning of the hike on the west side of the trail (parking lot left side). There is a small overlook area that, in my opinion, is the best spot to take some photos.
Sapphire Point Hike Route
Gear Needed
- Mickey’s Mountain Kit
- Optional: Camera
- Optional: Tripod
Our Trip to Sapphire Point Overlook: April 2018
Sapphire Point Overlook is a short hike and one that I will not bore you with the details of. If you have any questions, please reach out to me on social media or leave a comment below.
