East Soap

East Soap is a 9.5-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the Routt National Forest's Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District. The trail offers a substantial hiking experience for those exploring this region of northern Colorado. As an out-and-back route, hikers will travel the same path for both their approach and return journey. The trail is maintained by the Routt National Forest, ensuring regular upkeep of the route. This trail is a good option for hikers looking to cover significant distance while enjoying the landscape of the Hahns Peak/Bears Ears area. Before heading out, hikers should prepare for the full 9.5-mile distance and plan accordingly for water, supplies, and daylight hours. While specific elevation gain data is not available, the distance suggests this is a moderate to more challenging outing. Visitors to this trail are encouraged to check with the Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District for current conditions and any specific trail updates before departing.