Big South Trail
3.7 mi
Distance
36 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 15m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Big South Trail is a point-to-point trail in Roosevelt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Larimer County, Colorado. It is 3.7 miles long and gains 36 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Estes Park, Colorado, about 17 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,836 ft |
| High point | 0.2 mi | 2,839 ft |
| End | 3.7 mi | 2,745 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- No horses
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, 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:
- Estes Park, CO · about 17 mi away
- County:
- Larimer County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Roosevelt National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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