Never Summer
6.2 mi
Distance
2,470 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 18m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Never Summer is a point-to-point trail in Routt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Jackson County, Colorado. It is 6.2 miles long and gains 2,470 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Grand Lake, Colorado, about 10 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 | 3,263 ft |
| High point | 9.4 mi | 3,587 ft |
| End | 12.6 mi | 3,432 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, 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:
- Grand Lake, CO · about 10 mi away
- County:
- Jackson County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Routt National Forest · United States Forest Service
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