Bear Down Trail
1.0 mi
Distance
59 ft
Elev. Gain
22m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Bear Down Trail is a point-to-point trail in Roosevelt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Boulder County, Colorado. It is 1 mile long and gains 59 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Nederland, Colorado, about 1 mile away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,622 ft |
| End | 1.0 mi | 2,529 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Nederland, CO · in or next to town
- County:
- Boulder County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Roosevelt National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail
Kelly Dahl
2 mi awayRoosevelt National Forest
Nederland, CO
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Peak to Peak RV Park
2.1 mi awayRoosevelt National Forest
Nederland, CO
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West Magnolia Campground
2.2 mi awayRoosevelt National Forest
Nederland, CO
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