Golden aspen light up a meadow along the Switzerland Trail. (Glenn Cushman - Courtesy photo) After your hike, you might enjoy exploring the old mining town of Gold Hill at an elevation of 8,300 feet.

Looking for an autumn hike away from the crowds and close to Boulder? Try the section of the old Switzerland Trail from the Gold Hill Road to the Mt. Alto Picnic Area.

If you go along Switzerland Trail in Boulder County today, you’ll see hikers and bikers. Along the trail are beautiful creeks where you could see some people fishing in them.

On the absinthe trail in Switzerland, France . Originally published July 11, 2014 at 12:21 pm Updated July 12, 2014 at 10:19 am . Share story. By . evan Rail.