Soap Basin

15.4 mi

Distance

2,071 ft

Gain

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What we do know

Inside Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
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No access route mapped
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Big climb

Out & back

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Soap Basin

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Elevation & route

Distance: 15.4 mi
Elevation gain: 2,071 ft

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Permits & access

Managing agency: Routt NF — Hahns Peak/Bears Ears RD

About this trail

Soap Basin is a 15.5-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the town of Colorado, managed by the Routt National Forest's Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District. The route features 2,071 feet of elevation gain, making it a moderately challenging day hike suitable for hikers with some experience. The out-and-back format means you'll follow the same path both directions, covering approximately 7.75 miles to reach the basin before returning. The steady elevation gain is distributed across the full distance, providing a gradual but sustained climb. This trail offers access to the Hahns Peak/Bears Ears area, a region known for its scenic mountain terrain. The National Forest setting provides typical high country landscapes with varied vegetation and mountain views typical of northern Colorado's elevated wilderness areas. Plan for a full day outing given the distance and elevation gain. Check with the Routt National Forest Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District for current trail conditions and any seasonal closures before heading out.