Colorado · Hiking · Weminuche Wilderness · Near South Fork

West Trout

8.7 mi
round trip
2,303 ft
climb
12,016 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is West Trout open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Rio Grande National Forest. It doesn't name West Trout, so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · Rio Grande National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

West Trout is a moderate out-and-back hike in Colorado's Weminuche Wilderness, within the Divide Ranger District of the Rio Grande National Forest. The trail is managed by the Forest Service and runs about 8.7 miles, with a one-way elevation gain of 2,303 feet from a low point of 9,404 feet to a high of 12,016 feet. The route is on natural surface and allows horses, but not bikes. It is open year-round, and the surrounding wilderness makes it a destination for those planning a longer stay in the backcountry. East Trout lies about 1.6 miles away, and Trout Creek is about 2.8 miles off. For an overnight base, Ivy Creek Campground is about 5.8 miles away, and Palisades Campground is about 9.2 miles away.

Around this trail

Add any of these when you start a trip
  • Sleep close

    Ivy Creek Campground

    Campground

    Campground · 5.8 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Ramon's Mexican Restaurant

    Restaurant

    On your way back · 24 mi
  • If it rains

    Quiller Gallery

    Gallery

    Gallery · 17 mi from South Fork

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