Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail
Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Las Animas County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Las Animas County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 17 mi (27.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 650 ft (198 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 50 min
- High point
- 4,629 ft (1,411 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Dolores Mission 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from start
- Trailhead: Withers Canyon Trailhead 17 mi (27.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Withers Canyon Trailhead 17 mi (27.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail
How long is Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail?
Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail is 17 mi (27.4 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 50 min. It climbs 650 ft (198 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,629 ft (1,411 m).
How hard is Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 6.4 mi (10.3 km), 17 mi (27.3 km).
Is Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Picket Wire Canyonlands Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Picket Wire Canyonlands 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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- Rock Fall A Road Pike and San Isabel National Forests · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.6 km)
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