Ditch Trail
Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Routt County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Routt County, CO. Hiking, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 131 ft (40 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr
- High point
- 8,284 ft (2,525 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Dry Lake Campground 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Ditch Trail
How long is Ditch Trail?
Ditch Trail is 3 mi (4.8 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr. It climbs 131 ft (40 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,284 ft (2,525 m).
How hard is Ditch Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Ditch Trail?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Ditch Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Ditch Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (58% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Ditch Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
Is Ditch Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Ditch Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking, Walking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Ditch 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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- Flash of Gold / BTR Connector Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Soda Creek Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 3 mi (4.9 km)
- Bear Tree Ridge Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Moderate · 4 mi (6.5 km)
- Panorama Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 2.5 mi (4 km)
- Fiddlehead Trail (west) Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.5 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap