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Roosevelt National Forest/Colorado

Elkhorn Cowpath

0.4 mi

Distance

141 ft

Elev. Gain

13m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Elkhorn Cowpath is a short trail located at an elevation around 2,592 meters in the mountainous region of northern Colorado. Spanning approximately 0.4 miles, the trail offers a modest elevation gain of 141 feet over its course. Given its length and described 'easy' difficulty, it's suitable for those seeking a brief outdoor excursion possibly through forested or hilly terrain typical of the area.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:2,544 ft
Max:2,592 ft
48 ft
0 ft
2,544 ft2,560 ft2,576 ft2,592 ft0.0 mi0.1 mi0.2 mi0.3 mi0.4 mi

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This trail crosses hunting units

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