8.1 mi
Distance
958 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 11m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Rainbow is a point-to-point trail in San Isabel National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Custer County, Colorado. It is 8.1 miles long and gains 958 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Westcliffe, Colorado, about 7 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 | 2,821 ft |
| High point | 3.0 mi | 3,047 ft |
| End | 8.1 mi | 2,804 ft |
Trail Details
- 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:
- Westcliffe, CO · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Custer County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- San Isabel National Forest · United States Forest Service
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