Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative)
Pike National Forest, Douglas County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Pike National Forest, Douglas County, CO. Mountain biking, Hiking, & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 89 ft (27 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 6,627 ft (2,020 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Historic site: Lenny's Rest 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from start
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Questions about Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative)
How long is Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative)?
Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative) is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) long. Most people take about 10 min. It climbs 89 ft (27 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,627 ft (2,020 m).
How hard is Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative)?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative) shaded?
Mostly exposed (17% under trees).
What can you do on Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative)?
Best for Mountain biking. Also: Hiking, Horseback riding. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Colorado Trail (Segment 1 Waterton Canyon Alternative)?
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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- Elk Valley Trail Pike National Forest · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
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