Colorado Trail
USA · North America · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 79/100
At a glance
| Countries | USA |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Colorado |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 782 km |
| Typical duration | 30 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 4045 m |
| Best season | Jul-Sep |
| Start | Waterton Canyon (Denver), CO |
| End | Durango, CO |
| Permit / guide | No permit (wilderness self-registration in places) |
| Special gear | none |
Score
79/100
High, well-built trail across the Colorado Rockies; excellent logistics by long-trail standards
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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