Rainbow Lakes Trail
7.8 mi
Distance
161 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 40m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Rainbow Lakes Trail is a point-to-point trail in Routt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Jackson County, Colorado. It is 7.8 miles long and gains 161 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Steamboat Springs, Colorado, about 13 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,391 ft |
| High point | 0.1 mi | 3,402 ft |
| End | 7.8 mi | 2,659 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
Bike access: OpenStreetMap contributors, 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:
- Steamboat Springs, CO · about 13 mi away
- County:
- Jackson County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Routt National Forest · United States Forest Service
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