Sunnyside Lakes Trail
5.7 mi
Distance
1,017 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 24m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Sunnyside Lakes Trail is a point-to-point trail in Routt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Routt County, Colorado. It is 5.7 miles long and gains 1,017 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Yampa, Colorado, about 11 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 | 3,055 ft |
| High point | 3.2 mi | 3,352 ft |
| End | 5.7 mi | 3,121 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse 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:
- Yampa, CO · about 11 mi away
- County:
- Routt County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Routt National Forest · United States Forest Service
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