West Beaver Trail
7.6 mi
Distance
2,900 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 59m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
West Beaver Trail is a point-to-point trail in Gunnison National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gunnison County, Colorado. It is 7.6 miles long and gains 2,900 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Gunnison, 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 | 2,683 ft |
| End | 7.6 mi | 3,547 ft |
Trail Details
- Dogs on leash
- 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:
- Gunnison, CO · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Gunnison County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Gunnison National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail
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8.3 mi awayGunnison National Forest
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Mesa RV Resort
8.9 mi awayGunnison, CO
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate
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