Rincon La Vaca
6.2 mi
Distance
2,087 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 6m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Rincon La Vaca is a point-to-point trail in Hinsdale County, Colorado. It is 6.2 miles long and gains 2,087 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Piedra, Colorado, about 16 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 | 3,224 ft |
| High point | 5.3 mi | 3,851 ft |
| End | 6.2 mi | 3,676 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 1–Oct 1
Bike and 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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Piedra, CO · about 16 mi away
- County:
- Hinsdale County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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