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Colorado
Continental Divide National Scenic Trail - Rocky Mtn Park
81.1 mi
Distance
3,365 ft
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Inside Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests
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Continental Divide National Scenic Trail - Rocky Mtn Park
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- 81.1 mi
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- 3,365 ft
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About this trail
The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail section through Rocky Mountain National Park spans 40.6 miles as an out-and-back route. Located in Colorado, this trail follows the Continental Divide, the ridge that separates water drainage between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The route traverses through the high alpine terrain characteristic of Rocky Mountain National Park, offering expansive mountain vistas and access to some of Colorado's most remote wilderness areas. Hikers on this section experience the dramatic landscape of the Continental Divide at elevation, with exposure to subalpine and alpine environments. The out-and-back format allows hikers to choose their turnaround point based on time and fitness level. This trail is part of the larger Continental Divide National Scenic Trail system that extends over 3,000 miles from Canada to Mexico. Given the high elevation and exposed terrain typical of this region, hikers should be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions and come equipped with proper gear for mountain conditions.
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