3.0 mi
Distance
778 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 23m
Est. Time
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Piburn is a trail in Gunnison National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gunnison County, Colorado. It is 3 miles long and gains 778 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Crawford, Colorado, about 8 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 | 2,726 ft |
| High point | 1.8 mi | 2,880 ft |
| End | 3.0 mi | 2,817 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- 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:
- Crawford, CO · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Gunnison County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Gunnison National Forest · United States Forest Service
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