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Colorado
Tanglewood
8.0 mi
Distance
2,696 ft
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Inside Pike and San Isabel National Forests
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Out & back
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Tanglewood
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 8.0 mi
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- 2,696 ft
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About this trail
Tanglewood is an 8.0-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near Colorado, within the San Juan National Forest under the management of the Mancos-Dolores Ranger District. The trail offers a moderate day hike option for visitors exploring the San Juan region. As an out-and-back route, hikers will travel to a turnaround point before retracing their path, making distance planning straightforward. The full 8.0-mile distance accounts for the complete round trip experience. The San Juan National Forest provides diverse recreational opportunities across southwestern Colorado, and Tanglewood fits within this larger landscape of forest terrain and mountain access. The Mancos-Dolores Ranger District manages trails and resources across their jurisdiction to support both recreation and forest stewardship. This trail is suitable for hikers seeking a moderate-length outing in the Colorado high country. Those planning to visit should check with the Mancos-Dolores Ranger District for current trail conditions, seasonal access information, and any specific guidelines for the area.
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