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Buckhorn Loop (Captain Jack's Frontside) Trail route map
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Pike National Forest/Colorado

Buckhorn Loop (Captain Jack's Frontside) Trail

Colorado Springs, Colorado

6.9 mi

Distance

1,873 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 55m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Buckhorn Loop (Captain Jack's Frontside) Trail is a challenging loop trail located in Pike National Forest near Colorado Springs. Encompassing 6.9 miles, this dirt trail features a significant elevation gain of 1,873 feet, reaching a maximum elevation of 2,516 meters. Given its elevation and location, this trail presents a rigorous hiking experience, suitable for those prepared for steep inclines and varied terrain.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:2,190 ft
Max:2,516 ft
571 ft
571 ft
2,190 ft2,299 ft2,407 ft2,516 ft0.0 mi1.7 mi3.4 mi5.1 mi6.9 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Highlights

forest setting

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting unit

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