Troublesome

Managing agency

Arapaho-Roosevelt NF — Clear Creek RD

The Troublesome Trail is a 27.0 mile out-and-back route located in Colorado near Colorado, managed by the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest's Clear Creek Ranger District. With 1,513 feet of elevation gain spread across the full distance, this trail offers a moderate climbing challenge suitable for hikers with solid endurance. As an out-and-back trail, hikers will travel to a turnaround point before retracing their steps, making the total distance 27.0 miles when completed in full. The elevation gain is distributed throughout the route, providing a steady climb rather than steep pitches. This trail falls within the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest, one of Colorado's major public lands. The Clear Creek Ranger District manages trail maintenance and access for this area. The Troublesome Trail is ideal for backpackers and day hikers looking for a longer route with consistent climbing in the Colorado high country. The out-and-back format allows flexible turnaround points for those seeking shorter day hikes.