Newlin

5.0 mi

Distance

1,343 ft

Gain

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What we do know

Inside Pike and San Isabel National Forests
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No access route mapped
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Out & back

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Elevation & route

Distance: 5.0 mi
Elevation gain: 1,343 ft

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Permits & access

Managing agency: San Juan NF — Gunnison RD

About this trail

The Newlin Trail is a 5.0-mile out-and-back hike located in Colorado near Gunnison in the San Juan National Forest. Managed by the Gunnison Ranger District, this trail offers a straightforward route suitable for hikers seeking a moderate day outing in the San Juan Mountains region. Starting from the trailhead, hikers will follow the marked path through the national forest landscape before reaching the turnaround point and retracing their steps back to the starting location. The out-and-back format makes navigation simple and allows hikers to control their distance by turning back at any point along the route. The trail provides access to the natural environment of the San Juan National Forest, where visitors can experience the montane ecosystem typical of this region. The Gunnison Ranger District maintains this trail as part of their recreational offerings in the area. This hike is managed as part of the extensive trail network within the San Juan National Forest, which serves both day hikers and backpackers exploring the Gunnison area.