Hiking

Day hiking and backpacking are age old activities on the Forest. Learn more

Backpacking

From a single night trip to your favorite fishing hole to a week long excursion deep in the wilderness area, the Rio Grande NF has backpacking opportunities galore. Bur remember, many of the high country destination can hold snow well into the summer. Plan your trip accordingly. 

General Hiking

Hiking is a wonderful way to see and experience the many wonders of our nation’s forests. Explore the Rio Grande NF on foot by taking a stroll in  the mountains, walking along a roadside or climbing one of our many "fourteeners." Visit or call our ranger district offices for information on hiking trails. Know Before You Go

Day Hikes

Grab your day pack, sunscreen, water, and a snack and hit the trail on the Rio Grande NF! There are plenty of trails with easy access that offer stunning scenery and a way to get find solace in the forest. See general hiking information above. 

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Adams Fork Trailhead, Trail 713

Site Open

The trailhead is on FDR 247, about 1 mile above Platoro Reservoir. The trailhead parking is to the left of the road, the trail is across the road to the right. This area is open to dispersal camping,…

Alamosa Campground

Site Open

Alamosa Campground is on the Alamosa River 4.5 miles above Terrace Reservoir Dam. There are 5 campsites, one is pull through, with tables, fire rings, and ample parking. Potable water is not…

Alamosa Trailhead and Trail 703

Site Open

Alamosa trailhead is just west of the junction of FDR 250 and FDR 260. There is limited parking here. Trail 703 begins here and goes to Comstock Campground on Rock Creek. The trail climbs steeply out…

Alder Bench Trailhead #799

Site Open

This Trailhead sits right behind  the Alder Guard Station Cabin and the trail climbs the ridge to the west.  From here you have excellent views of the Rio Grande Canyon between South Fork and…

Alder Guard Station Cabin

Site Closed

The Alder Guard Station is located two miles north of the town of South Fork along Alder Creek. The guard station was built in 1910 and was the residence and office for the local ranger district. The…

Alverjones Cutoff Trailhead - No #

Site Open

The Alverjones Cutoff trail is 0.7 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 728 and ends at Forest Trail 727. The trail is open for the following uses: At present, skiing and snowshoeing.

Alverjones Trailhead

The Alverjones trail is 1.1 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 727 and ends at Alverjones Lake/Forest Trail 775. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding, backpacking, and hiking.

Antonito, CO

Located on US highway 285, 25 miles south west of Alamosa. Junction of State highway 17 is just south of Antonito.

Archuleta Trailhead - Trails # 741 & # 740

Site Open

The Archuleta trail is composed of 2 segments.  Trail 741 is 4.3 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 121 and ends at Forest Trail 740.1. Trail 740.1 is 6.99 miles long.  It begins at Trail 740…

Bear Lake Cutoff Trailhead - Trail # 721.1

Site Open

The Bear Lake Cutoff trail is 2.2 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 721.0 and ends at Forest Trail 720. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback riding, backpacking, and hiking.