Avalanche

Managing agency

Pike-San Isabel NF — Pikes Peak RD

The Avalanche Trail is a 14.7-mile out-and-back route located in Colorado near Colorado Springs within Pike-San Isabel National Forest's Pikes Peak Ranger District. This trail offers hikers an opportunity to explore the landscape managed by the U.S. Forest Service in one of Colorado's most visited mountain regions. As an out-and-back trail, hikers will travel to a destination point before retracing their route back to the trailhead, making the total hiking distance approximately 29.4 miles for a complete round trip. The trail traverses terrain within the Pikes Peak Ranger District, an area known for its diverse forest ecosystems and mountain geography. The Avalanche Trail is suitable for hikers seeking a longer mountain experience in the Pike-San Isabel National Forest system. The trail's proximity to the Colorado Springs area makes it accessible to Front Range residents and visitors exploring central Colorado's outdoor recreation opportunities. Hikers should come prepared for mountain conditions and bring adequate water and supplies for the extended distance.