Loading trail…
Free — you'll pick up right here.
Save this plan
Sign up to save your own editable copy — you'll pick up right here.
Colorado
22.6 mi
Distance
3,153 ft
Gain
No conditions check on file for this trail yet — always verify current conditions before you go.
Why you'll love it
Salt Park
AI-suggested draft · review before you go
Salt Park is a 20.8-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near Colorado, managed by the Pike-San Isabel National Forest South Platte Ranger District. The trail offers an extended backcountry experience through National Forest lands, making it suitable for hikers seeking a substantial day hike or backpacking trip. The out-and-back format means you'll retrace your route, allowing for flexible turnaround points if desired. This trail is accessible through the South Platte Ranger District, which manages a network of trails across the Pike-San Isabel National Forest, a popular recreation destination in central Colorado. Before heading out, contact the South Platte Ranger District for current trail conditions, any seasonal closures, and specific directions to the trailhead. Weather in the area can change rapidly, so be prepared for variable conditions. Bring adequate water and supplies for the full distance. A map and navigation tools are recommended for this longer route.
Wilson Mesa
~2 min drive
7.2 mi · Hard
East Lost Park
~6 min drive
3.6 mi · Moderate
Indian Run
~12 min drive
5.8 mi · Easy
Middle Pine
~3 min drive
6.6 mi · Hard
Lost Park
~6 min drive
4.0 mi · Moderate
Transfer
~23 min drive
1.8 mi · Easy
Picket Pin Lily Pond
~19 min drive
16 mi · Hard
Cyclone Park
~18 min drive
3.4 mi · Moderate
Muskrat Lakes
~19 min drive
2.8 mi · Easy
Cyclone
~21 min drive
17 mi · Hard