Colorado · Hiking

North Boundary

North BoundaryPhoto: lamblukas, CC BY 2.0 (via Flickr)
4.9 mi
round trip
1,087 ft
climb
8,589 ft
high point
Out and back
route
May–Jun, Sep
best months

Is North Boundary open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Rocky Mountain National Park. It doesn't name North Boundary, so check the source for the area it covers.

  • Prescribed Fire Operations are Underway near Beaver Meadows Visitor Center

    Park closure covering Rocky Mountain National Park · NPS · Rocky Mountain National Park

As of · Source: NPS · Rocky Mountain National Park. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

North Boundary is a 4.9-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near Colorado, managed by the White River National Forest's Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District. This moderately-distant trail offers hikers a chance to explore the White River National Forest landscape without requiring an extreme full-day commitment. The out-and-back format makes this trail accessible for hikers looking to turn around at their preferred point, whether you want to complete the full distance or explore partway. The trail provides a straightforward route through the Eagle-Holy Cross ranger district's territory, an area known for its diverse forest ecosystems and mountain scenery. Starting from the trailhead, hikers will experience a steady trek into the national forest. The 4.9-mile total distance works well for a morning or afternoon outing, and the out-and-back nature means you'll retrace familiar terrain on your return. For current conditions, trail updates, and specific parking information, contact the White River National Forest's Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District directly.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.

  • Best time to go · May–Jun, Sep

    Best time to visit North Boundary

    Best months: May–June and September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      37° / 16°

      7 wet

    2. Feb

      38° / 16°

      8 wet

    3. Mar

      45° / 21°

      9 wet

    4. Apr

      52° / 26°

      10 wet

    5. May

      61° / 35°

      12 wet

    6. Jun

      74° / 43°

      10 wet

    7. Jul

      80° / 48°

      13 wet

    8. Aug

      78° / 46°

      13 wet

    9. Sep

      70° / 39°

      9 wet

    10. Oct

      57° / 30°

      7 wet

    11. Nov

      44° / 23°

      6 wet

    12. Dec

      36° / 16°

      7 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Estes Park 3 Sse, CO, 5.9 mi away at 7,812 ft. The station sits about 800 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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