John Otto, the original booster of the park’s scenic wonders and the custodian of Colorado National Monument from 1911 to 1927, designed the original route and was involved in its sporadic construction.  The project also provided access to the Glade Park region, and local engineers and citizens contributed to its construction and funding.  Serpents Trail now functions as a 1.6 mile foot trail.  Listed under Colorado National Monument and the Historic Park Landscapes in National and State Parks Resources Multiple Property Submissions.