Raspberry
- 7.1 mi
- round trip
- 2,534 ft
- climb
- 11,848 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
The Raspberry Trail is a 3.5-mile loop located in Colorado near the Grand Valley Ranger District of the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest. This trail offers a moderate outing for hikers seeking a complete circuit experience without needing to retrace their steps. The loop configuration makes it an efficient option for those wanting variety throughout their hike, as the changing scenery and perspectives from different directions can enhance the overall experience. Being situated within GMUG National Forest, the trail provides access to the landscape characteristic of this region. The trail is maintained by the Grand Valley Ranger District, which oversees recreation management and upkeep for the area. This ensures reasonable trail conditions for visitors. Hikers planning a visit should contact the Grand Valley Ranger District directly for current conditions, seasonal closures, and any recent trail updates, as details regarding elevation gain and specific terrain features are not documented here. The trail's proximity to the town of Colorado makes it reasonably accessible for day hiking.
Local outfitters
- San Luis Valley Campground45 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
- Zapata Falls TrailMountain biking1.8 mi
California PeakHikingPhoto: Eric Johnson, CC BY-SA 3.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)1.8 mi
Twin PeaksHikingPhoto: Eric Johnson, CC BY-SA 3.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)1.8 mi
S. ZapataHikingPhoto: Fredlyfish4, CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)1.9 mi
Zapata Falls CampgroundCampingPhoto: Fredlyfish4, CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)2.1 mi
Oasis CampgroundCampingPhoto: Thomson M, CC BY 3.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)3.1 mi- Great Sand Dunes OasisCamping3.3 mi
Pinon Flats CampgroundCampingPhoto: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain7.2 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
Twin PeaksHiking · ~3 min drivePhoto: Eric Johnson, CC BY-SA 3.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
S. ZapataHiking · ~3 min drivePhoto: Fredlyfish4, CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
Interpretive Loop TrailHiking · ~11 min drivePhoto: joannapoe, CC BY-SA 2.0 (via Flickr)- Medano CreekHiking · ~12 min drive
- ZapataHiking · ~6 min drive
California PeakHiking · ~3 min drivePhoto: Eric Johnson, CC BY-SA 3.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
N. Fork ZapataHiking · ~4 min drivePhoto: Fredlyfish4, CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
Wellington Ditch TrailHiking · ~11 min drivePhoto: joannapoe, CC BY-SA 2.0 (via Flickr)
The DunefieldHiking · ~12 min drivePhoto: quinn.anya, CC BY-SA 2.0 (via Flickr)- StrawberryHiking · ~12 min drive