Cottonwood South Trail
10.0 mi
Distance
3,281 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 58m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Cottonwood South Trail is a point-to-point trail in San Isabel National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Chaffee County, Colorado. It is 10 miles long and gains 3,281 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Pitkin, Colorado, about 8 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 | 3,378 ft |
| High point | 3.5 mi | 3,915 ft |
| End | 10.0 mi | 3,889 ft |
Trail Details
- Dogs allowed
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse 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
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Pitkin, CO · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Chaffee County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- San Isabel National Forest · United States Forest Service
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