Mcquaid Trail
2.9 mi
Distance
259 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 6m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Mcquaid Trail is a point-to-point trail in Pike National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Park County, Colorado. It is 2.9 miles long and gains 259 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Hartsel, Colorado, about 11 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,867 ft |
| High point | 2.0 mi | 2,903 ft |
| End | 2.9 mi | 2,842 ft |
Trail Details
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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Hartsel, CO · about 11 mi away
- County:
- Park County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Pike National Forest · United States Forest Service
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