Continental Divide Trail
19.6 mi
Distance
3,793 ft
Elev. Gain
8h 26m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Continental Divide Trail is a point-to-point trail in Hinsdale County, Colorado. It is 20 miles long and gains 3,793 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Piedra, Colorado, about 15 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 | 3,631 ft |
| High point | 4.1 mi | 3,874 ft |
| End | 19.5 mi | 3,579 ft |
Trail Details
- Dogs allowed
- No bikes
Bike 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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Piedra, CO · about 15 mi away
- County:
- Hinsdale County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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