The Colorado Trail has a maximum elevation of 10,918 ft., a minimum elevation of 10,217 ft. and an elevation range of 701 ft.
[ A to B ] or [ B to A ] | |||
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Length 2 | Min Ele 3 | Max Ele 4 | Range 5 |
1.7 mi | 10,217 ft | 10,918 ft | 701 ft |
[ A to B ] | |||
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Time 6 | Floors 7 | Gain 8 | Loss 9 |
1.4 hrs | 54.1 | 649 ft | 125 ft |
[ B to A ] | |||
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Time | Floors | Gain | Loss |
1.3 hrs | 10.4 | 125 ft | 649 ft |
The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.
Download the PDF Colorado Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.
What is the length of the Colorado Trail?
The length of the trail is 1.7 miles (2.8 km) or 4,232 steps.
How long does it take to hike the Colorado Trail?
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 1.4 hours in one direction and in 1.3 hours in the opposite direction.
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(cdc.gov)