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Roosevelt National Forest/Colorado

Donner Pass Trail

2.9 mi

Distance

1,132 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 31m

Est. Time

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Donner Pass Trail is a moderately challenging trail spanning 2.9 miles located near the coordinates 40.5559099 latitude and -105.4712357 longitude. This trail offers an elevation gain of approximately 1132 feet, approaching a maximum elevation of 3089 meters (10144 feet). With a dirt surface, the trail is not wheelchair accessible and is characterized by its lengthy elevation changes, making it suitable for hikers looking for a moderate workout.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:2,743 ft
Max:3,089 ft
353 ft
6 ft
2,743 ft2,858 ft2,974 ft3,089 ft0.0 mi0.7 mi1.4 mi2.1 mi2.9 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Highlights

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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