Never Summer Trail
2.0 mi
Distance
207 ft
Elev. Gain
46m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Never Summer Trail is a point-to-point trail in Routt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Jackson County, Colorado. It is 2 miles long and gains 207 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Wilderness Act (designated Wilderness boundary) and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Grand Lake, Colorado, about 16 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 | 3,359 ft |
| High point | 0.4 mi | 3,366 ft |
| End | 2.0 mi | 3,169 ft |
Trail Details
- Dogs allowed
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: Wilderness Act (designated Wilderness boundary), 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:
- Grand Lake, CO · about 16 mi away
- County:
- Jackson County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Routt National Forest · United States Forest Service
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