Main Fork Trail
1.2 mi
Distance
115 ft
Elev. Gain
27m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Main Fork Trail is a point-to-point trail in Routt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Jackson County, Colorado. It is 1.2 miles long and gains 115 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Encampment, Wyoming, about 21 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,888 ft |
| End | 1.2 mi | 2,928 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
Bike access: OpenStreetMap contributors, 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:
- Encampment, WY · about 21 mi away
- County:
- Jackson County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Routt National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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