South Colony Trail
1.0 mi
Distance
518 ft
Elev. Gain
36m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
South Colony 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 1 mile long and gains 518 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Crestone, Colorado, about 8 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 | 3,496 ft |
| End | 1.0 mi | 3,661 ft |
Trail Details
- Dogs allowed
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
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:
- Crestone, CO · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Custer County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- San Isabel National Forest · United States Forest Service
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