Hecla Horse Trail
Browns Canyon National Monument, Chaffee County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Browns Canyon National Monument, Chaffee County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 43 ft (13 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 7,434 ft (2,266 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Hecla Horse Trail
How long is Hecla Horse Trail?
Hecla Horse Trail is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) long. Most people take about 10 min. It climbs 43 ft (13 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,434 ft (2,266 m).
How hard is Hecla Horse Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Hecla Horse Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (10% under trees).
Is Hecla Horse Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Hecla Horse Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Walking. Shared with horses.
Is this a good week for Hecla Horse 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.
Trails near Hecla Horse Trail
- Hecla Junction Trail Browns Canyon National Monument · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Austin Trail San Isabel National Forest · Moderate · 5.3 mi (8.6 km)
- Turret Road Browns Canyon National Monument · Moderate · 8.4 mi (13.6 km)
- Long'S Gulch Road San Isabel National Forest · Easy · 6.1 mi (9.8 km)
- River Access Trail Browns Canyon Wilderness Study Area · Moderate · 2.5 mi (4.1 km)
- River Bench Trail 6045A Browns Canyon Wilderness Study Area · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Droney Gulch Road Chaffee County · Moderate · 9.3 mi (14.9 km)
- North Threemile Spur Road San Isabel National Forest · Easy · 2.5 mi (4 km)
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