East Fork Trail
11.8 mi
Distance
1,394 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 38m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
East Fork Trail is a point-to-point trail in Routt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Garfield County, Colorado. It is 12 miles long and gains 1,394 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Yampa, Colorado, about 15 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.
No recent condition reports. Be the first to share what you see on the trail.
Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,192 ft |
| High point | 1.8 mi | 3,534 ft |
| End | 11.8 mi | 2,720 ft |
Trail Details
- Dogs on leash
- 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
Find offices, alerts, and current orders for this agency.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Yampa, CO · about 15 mi away
- County:
- Garfield County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Routt National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Reviews
No reviews yet
Be the first to share your experience and help others plan their visit.
Imported route
Nearby Trails
More trails near East Fork TrailBear River Trail

Devils Causeway and Island Lakes Loop

Devils Causeway Loop Trail

Keener Lake via Stillwater Reservoir

Keener Lake Trail

Little Causeway Lake
In this park
Other trails in Routt National Forest

Fish Creek Falls Trail
Colorado

Rabbit Ears Peak Trail
Colorado

Fish Creek to Long Lake Trail
Colorado

Mad Creek Trail
Colorado

Uranium Mine Trail
Colorado

Mount Zirkel Loop Trail
Colorado
Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail

Dispersed Site near 40.0348, -107.1126
1.5 mi awayRoutt National Forest
Dispersed
Dispersed Site near 40.0359, -107.1106
1.6 mi awayRoutt National Forest
Dispersed
Dispersed Site near 40.0399, -107.0993
2.3 mi awayRoutt National Forest
Dispersed
Dispersed Site near 40.0413, -107.0917
2.7 mi awayRoutt National Forest
Dispersed
Routt National Forest Bear Lake Campground
3.9 mi awayRoutt National Forest
Yampa, CO
National Forest
Similar length
Similar trails in Colorado

Longs Peak via Keyhole Route
Colorado

Quandary Peak Trail
Colorado

North Mount Elbert Trail
Colorado

Sky Pond Trail
Colorado

Grays and Torrey's Peak
Colorado

Mount Bierstadt Trail
Colorado