Colorado Trail
Rio Grande National Forest, Saguache County, CO
Point-to-point trail in Rio Grande National Forest, Saguache County, CO. Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 11 mi (17.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,172 ft (662 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 50 min
- High point
- 11,699 ft (3,566 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Questions about Colorado Trail
How long is Colorado Trail?
Colorado Trail is 11 mi (17.7 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 50 min. It climbs 2,172 ft (662 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,699 ft (3,566 m).
How hard is Colorado Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Colorado Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Colorado Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Colorado Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (64% under trees).
What can you do on Colorado Trail?
Best for Mountain biking.
Is this a good week for Colorado Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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