Morse Well: A Historical Gem in Boulder

Getting There

• Walking

  Begin your journey at the intersection of Monument's Main Street and Second Street. Head north on Main Street for about 0.5 miles until you reach the entrance of the Monument Preserve. Enter the preserve and follow the main trail that leads uphill. After approximately 1 mile, you will reach a junction. Take the left path, which leads to the Morse Well area. Continue on this trail for another 0.3 miles, and you will arrive at Morse Well.

• Biking

  Start at the Monument Town Hall located at 645 Beacon Lite Rd. From there, take the paved bike path that runs parallel to Beacon Lite Rd. Cycle north for about 1 mile until you reach the entrance to the Monument Preserve. Once you enter the preserve, follow the designated bike trail for approximately 1.5 miles. Look for signs directing you to Morse Well, and follow the left path at the junction. Continue for another 0.3 miles to reach your destination.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  Begin at the Monument Town Center. Board the local bus service that runs towards Palmer Lake. You will need to get off at the stop nearest to the Monument Preserve. From that bus stop, walk on the designated trail northward for about 0.5 miles until you reach the entrance of the preserve. Once inside the preserve, follow the main trail for approximately 1 mile. At the junction, take the left path towards Morse Well, and continue for another 0.3 miles to reach your destination.