Burro Trail

Burro Trail is a 6.5-mile out-and-back hike in the Dillon Ranger District of Colorado's White River National Forest. It is managed by the Forest Service, and the trailhead is known as Burro Trailhead. The route climbs from a low point of about 9,700 feet to a high of roughly 1,060 feet, which makes the one-way elevation gain about 1,010 feet. The trail is rated moderate and is open year-round. The trail is built on natural surface, and it is open to both horses and bikes, so riders and pack animals can share the route. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical July averages from the nearby Climax weather station run from a high of 67°F to a low of 40°F, while winter months there see highs in the upper 20s and frequent snow days. That station sits about 700 feet higher than the trail, so temperatures on the trail tend to run a little warmer. The trail lies close to several other outdoor spots. The Burro Xc Trail is about 0.3 miles away, and the Spruce Creek (Mohawk Lakes) #58 fishing access is about 0.9 miles off. The Blue River, a paddling route, is about 1.5 miles away. For an overnight stay, Selkirk Campground is about 7.6 miles from the trail.