Buchanan Pass
1.6 mi
Distance
269 ft
Elev. Gain
41m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Buchanan Pass is a point-to-point trail in Roosevelt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Boulder County, Colorado. It is 1.6 miles long and gains 269 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Hidden Lake, Colorado, about 2 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 | 2,607 ft |
| End | 1.7 mi | 2,685 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and 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:
- Hidden Lake, CO · about 2 mi away
- County:
- Boulder County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Roosevelt National Forest · United States Forest Service
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