Prospect

Managing agency

Pike-San Isabel NF — Salida RD

Prospect Trail is a 3.2-mile out-and-back route located in Colorado near Colorado within Pike-San Isabel National Forest, managed by the South Park Ranger District. This trail offers hikers a straightforward route through national forest lands in the South Park area, one of Colorado's notable mountain parks known for its open meadows and forest ecosystems. The out-and-back format means hikers will travel approximately 1.6 miles to the turnaround point before retracing the same path. This structure makes it easy to adjust your distance based on fitness level and available time. The trail is managed by Pike-San Isabel National Forest, ensuring maintained conditions and adherence to Forest Service regulations. While specific elevation gain data is not available, the South Park area generally features rolling terrain with moderate elevation changes typical of Colorado's mid-elevation forest regions. Before heading out, check current conditions with the South Park Ranger District, as mountain weather can change rapidly. Be sure to bring adequate water and inform someone of your hiking plans.