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Colorado
6.6 mi
Distance
1,647 ft
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Inside Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
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Cuba Gulch
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Cuba Gulch is a 6.6-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the Routt National Forest's Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District. The route gains 1,647 feet in elevation, providing a moderate challenge for hikers seeking a full-day outing in the northern Colorado mountains. As an out-and-back trail, hikers will retrace their steps on the return journey, covering roughly 3.3 miles to the turnaround point. The elevation gain is distributed across this distance, making for a steady climb on the way in and a manageable descent returning to the trailhead. The trail is managed by the US Forest Service through the Routt National Forest, ensuring maintained conditions and public access. This location is ideal for hikers looking to explore the Hahns Peak/Bears Ears area, known for its scenic mountain terrain and diverse forest ecosystems in northwestern Colorado.
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