Homestead Trail
Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Baca County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Baca County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 9.6 mi (15.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 558 ft (170 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 20 min
- High point
- 4,478 ft (1,365 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Homestead Trail
How long is Homestead Trail?
Homestead Trail is 9.6 mi (15.4 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 20 min. It climbs 558 ft (170 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,478 ft (1,365 m).
How hard is Homestead Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Homestead Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Homestead Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Homestead Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Homestead Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Homestead Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Homestead 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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- Round Cave Road Pike and San Isabel National Forests · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Crack Cave Admin Road Pike and San Isabel National Forests · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Top Line Road Pike and San Isabel National Forests · Easy · 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- I O U Road Pike and San Isabel National Forests · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
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