Throughline
10.5 mi
Distance
1,394 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 11m
Est. Time
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Throughline is a trail in Gunnison National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gunnison County, Colorado. It is 11 miles long and gains 1,394 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Crawford, Colorado, about 9 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 | 2,485 ft |
| High point | 4.4 mi | 2,798 ft |
| End | 10.5 mi | 2,227 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 1–Oct 31
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- 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:
- Crawford, CO · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Gunnison County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Gunnison National Forest · United States Forest Service
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