2.7 mi
Distance
1,450 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 37m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Piburn is a point-to-point trail in Gunnison National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gunnison County, Colorado. It is 2.7 miles long and gains 1,450 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Crawford, Colorado, about 10 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,817 ft |
| High point | 1.5 mi | 3,227 ft |
| End | 2.7 mi | 2,978 ft |
Trail Details
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:
- Crawford, CO · about 10 mi away
- County:
- Gunnison County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Gunnison National Forest · United States Forest Service
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