Rainbow Trail
4.7 mi
Distance
830 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 59m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Rainbow Trail is a point-to-point trail in San Isabel National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Custer County, Colorado. It is 4.7 miles long and gains 830 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Westcliffe, Colorado, about 7 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 | 2,860 ft |
| High point | 2.9 mi | 3,109 ft |
| End | 4.7 mi | 3,014 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse 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:
- Westcliffe, CO · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Custer County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- San Isabel National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Imported route
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Campgrounds near this trail
South Colony Basin
5.1 mi awaySan Isabel National Forest
Westcliffe, CO
Dispersed
Dispersed Site near 38.0995, -105.6080
5.3 mi awaySan Isabel National Forest
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Dispersed Site near 38.1041, -105.6046
5.4 mi awaySan Isabel National Forest
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Dispersed Site near 38.1065, -105.6022
5.4 mi awaySan Isabel National Forest
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Dispersed Site near 38.1070, -105.6014
5.4 mi awaySan Isabel National Forest
Dispersed
Dispersed Site near 38.0939, -105.6251
5.7 mi awaySan Isabel National Forest
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