Colorado
Gray Copper Gulch
2.1 mi
Distance
859 ft
Gain
Conditions
No conditions check on file for this trail yet — always verify current conditions before you go.
Why you'll love it
Here's your day, mapped
Gray Copper Gulch
AI-suggested draft · review before you go
Meals
Gear for the day
Elevation & route
- Distance
- 2.1 mi
- Elevation gain
- 859 ft
Sign up to save your own editable copy — you'll pick up right here.
Finishing your plan — saving will be ready in a moment.
Photos
Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Routt NF — Yampa RD
About this trail
Gray Copper Gulch is a 2.1-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the Routt National Forest's Yampa Ranger District. The route gains 859 feet of elevation, making it a moderate hike suitable for those with basic fitness levels. The out-and-back format means hikers will cover approximately 4.2 miles round-trip with the same elevation gain on the return descent. Managed by the Routt National Forest—Yampa Ranger District, this trail provides access to the natural landscape characteristic of northwestern Colorado's high country. The elevation gain is distributed across the 2.1-mile distance, offering a steady but manageable climb for most hikers. This trail is ideal for a half-day adventure and works well for hikers looking to explore the Yampa Ranger District's offerings. The out-and-back structure allows for flexible turnaround points if needed, and hikers can adjust their experience based on fitness level and available time.