The Horsetooth Peak Trail has a maximum elevation of 10,696 ft., a minimum elevation of 8,750 ft. and an elevation range of 1,946 ft.
[ A to B ] or [ B to A ] | |||
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Length 2 | Min Ele 3 | Max Ele 4 | Range 5 |
2.5 mi | 8,750 ft | 10,696 ft | 1,946 ft |
[ A to B ] | |||
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Time 6 | Floors 7 | Gain 8 | Loss 9 |
1.7 hrs | 162.2 | 1,946 ft | 0 ft |
[ B to A ] | |||
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Time | Floors | Gain | Loss |
1.1 hrs | 0.0 | 0 ft | 1,946 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 Horsetooth Peak 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 Horsetooth Peak Trail?
The length of the trail is 2.5 miles (4.1 km) or 5,797 steps.
How long does it take to hike the Horsetooth Peak Trail?
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 1.7 hours in one direction and in 1.1 hours in the opposite direction.
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(cdc.gov)