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Colorado
4.4 mi
Distance
1,312 ft
Gain
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Inside Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest
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Storm Peak Challenge
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Storm Peak Challenge is a 4.4-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near Boulder in the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest. The route gains 1,312 feet of elevation, making it a moderate hike suitable for those with some experience on mountain terrain. The trail is managed by the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest Boulder Ranger District, which maintains the route and ensures public access. The out-and-back format means hikers will retrace the same path returning to the trailhead, with the turnaround point at Storm Peak. This hike offers hikers the opportunity to experience the natural landscape of the Front Range while gaining meaningful elevation. The combination of distance and elevation gain provides a solid workout for an afternoon or morning outing. Hikers should come prepared for mountain conditions and weather that can change quickly at higher elevations.
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