Colorado Trail #1776 - Segment 6


Segment 6 of the Colorado Trail (#1776) begins at the Kenosha Pass West Trailhead and continues through South Park and Georgia Pass to the Gold Hill Trailhead north of Breckenridge.

At a Glance

Operational Hours: Although open year-round, access during the winter may be limited due to snow.
Best Season: Summer to Fall
Busiest Season: Summer
Restrictions: The following restrictions apply to this trail:
  • Dogs must be leashed at all times.
  • Pack it in; pack it out.
  • Practice Leave No Trace principles.
  • Stay on designated trail. Do not cut switchbacks.
Water: None
Restroom: None
Information Center: Appears on the following maps:
  • USGS Quad Mt. Evans
  • Pike National Forest
  • National Geographic Trails Illustrated #104 (Idaho Springs / Georgetown/ Loveland Pass)
Contact the South Platte Ranger District at 303.275.5610 for more information.

General Information

Directions:

From Denver, drive southwest on US Highway 285 approximately 50 miles to Kenosha Pass.

The trail segment initiates just south of the entrance to the Kenosha Pass Campground, which is located on the west side of the pass.


General Notes:

The Colorado Trail, which starts outside of Denver and ends in Durango, runs through Kenosha Pass Campground.

Distance: 32.9 miles

Elevation Gain: 5,196 feet


Parking:

Parking is available on either side of US Highway 285.


Recreation Map

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Activities

Mountain Biking

Day Hiking

Backpacking

Horse Riding

XC Skiing/Snowshoeing

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
39.412635

  Longitude : 
-105.759174

  Elevation : 
9,820' - 11,875'