Bears Ears
3.1 mi
Distance
535 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 18m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Bears Ears is a point-to-point trail in Routt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Moffat County, Colorado. It is 3.1 miles long and gains 535 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Dixon, Wyoming, about 17 miles 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 | 2,880 ft |
| High point | 1.3 mi | 2,991 ft |
| End | 3.2 mi | 2,740 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: USDA Forest Service, 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:
- Dixon, WY · about 17 mi away
- County:
- Moffat County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Routt National Forest · United States Forest Service
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