3.7 mi
Distance
1,243 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 51m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Prospect Trail is a point-to-point trail in Uncompahgre National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in San Miguel County, Colorado. It is 3.7 miles long and gains 1,243 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to bikes. It is in or next to Mountain Village, Colorado.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,911 ft |
| End | 3.7 mi | 3,277 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: 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:
- Mountain Village, CO · in or next to town
- County:
- San Miguel County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Uncompahgre National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail

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Mill Creek Basin Backcountry Camp
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Matterhorn Campground
6.2 mi awayUncompahgre National Forest
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