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Colorado
7.9 mi
Distance
394 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Bad Land
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Bad Land is a 7.9 mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the Colorado area and managed by the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest Parks Ranger District. The trail offers hikers a moderate journey through the landscape characteristic of this region. As an out-and-back route, hikers will travel to a turnaround point before retracing their steps, making for a total distance of 7.9 miles round trip. The trail is situated within the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, which spans portions of Colorado and Wyoming and provides access to diverse terrain and wilderness areas. This trail is suitable for hikers seeking a day hike experience. The National Forest setting provides opportunities to explore natural forest conditions and scenic areas managed by the Parks Ranger District. Visitors should come prepared with adequate water and gear appropriate for forest hiking conditions. For current trail conditions, closures, or additional details about trailhead access and facilities, contact the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest Parks Ranger District directly before your visit.
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