Are dogs allowed on Navajo Peak?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Navajo Peak but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Navajo Peak?

No, Navajo Peak does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Navajo Peak?

Navajo Peak is rated expert. It is 11.2 miles long with 5,092 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ExpertOut and Back

Roosevelt National Forest/Colorado

Navajo Peak

Nederland, Colorado

11.2 mi

Distance

5,092 ft

Elev. Gain

5h 18m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

In Lake Brainard Recreation Area, you can find the majority of the Indian Peaks Wilderness hike. There is a fee for entering this area. The Gateway Trailhead is close to the closed gate. It adds 5 miles to the hike because of parking. People don't need to pay the fee when they start outside of the park.

From Wikipedia

Navajo Peak is a 13,409-foot (4,087 m) mountain summit on the boundary shared by Boulder County and Grand County, in Colorado, United States.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:3,212 ft

Max:4,034 ft

1,552 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Managing agency

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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.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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Navajo Peak

About This Trail

From Wikipedia

Trail Conditions

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This trail crosses hunting units

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Jean Lunning Trail and Pawnee Pass Loop

Mitchell Lake Trail

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Mount Audubon Trail

Other trails in Roosevelt National Forest

Lost Lake via Hessie Trail

Lake Isabelle Trail (Summer)

Crater Lakes Trail via Moffat Tunnel East Portal Trailhead

Diamond Lake Trail

Greyrock Trail

Lily Mountain Trail

Campgrounds near this trail

Brainard Lake Recreation Area

Vein Of Gold Cabin

Ruby Gulch Dispersed Camping

Rainbow Lakes Wilderness Area

Beaver Reservoir Dispersed Camping

Pawnee Campground

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