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Colorado
12.9 mi
Distance
1,670 ft
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Inside Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest
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Red Dirt
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Red Dirt is a 12.6-mile out-and-back trail located near Colorado in Colorado and managed by the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest, Boulder Ranger District. This trail offers hikers a substantial day hike experience through national forest lands. The out-and-back format allows hikers to turn back at any point, making it flexible for different fitness levels and time constraints. Hikers can choose to complete the full distance or enjoy a shorter partial hike by returning early from the trail. The trail traverses terrain managed by the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest's Boulder Ranger District, a region known for its high-elevation forests and mountain scenery typical of the Colorado Front Range. The Boulder Ranger District manages extensive recreational opportunities across the northern Front Range. Red Dirt is suitable for hikers seeking a moderately long day hike with access to national forest landscapes. The trail provides an opportunity to explore the Boulder Ranger District's recreational offerings without requiring overnight camping.
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