2.5 mi
Distance
1,526 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 24m
Est. Time
Loop
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
We don't publish a description for Manitou Incline to First Bail Out unless we can point you at the agency it came from. We don't have one yet. The planning figures above — distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type — come from the source listed on this trail.
The managing agency is the authority for conditions, closures and route notes. See official sources below. Spot something we should add?
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.
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,030 ft |
| High point | 0.6 mi | 2,382 ft |
| End | 2.5 mi | 2,030 ft |
Trail Details
- No dogs
- Route Type
- Loop
Permit required
Apply through the issuing agency. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates on the agency page.
A free online reservation and a signed waiver are required to hike the Manitou Incline. A new waiver must be signed with every reservation. Reservations are limited per half hour. Book on the City of Colorado Springs Incline page, which lists current hours and release schedule.
Official sources & verification
Reserve or permit
- Apply for permit
Required permit application for this trail. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates here.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Manitou Springs, CO · in or next to town
- County:
- El Paso County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Legacy import — verify before navigating
Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.
Nearby Trails
More trails near Manitou Incline to First Bail Out
Barr Trail Day Hike
The Incline Trail
Manitou Springs Red Mountain Trail
UTE Indian Trail
Red and Iron Mountains via Intemann Trail
Cameron Cone
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