South Fork

23.9 mi

Distance

2,938 ft

Gain

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What we do know

Inside Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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What's missing

No access route mapped
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South Fork

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Elevation & route

Distance: 23.9 mi
Elevation gain: 2,938 ft

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Permits & access

Managing agency: White River NF — Aspen-Sopris RD

About this trail

South Fork is a 5.6-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near Colorado, managed by the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest's Boulder Ranger District. The route follows a creek drainage through mixed forest terrain typical of the Front Range. This out-and-back format allows hikers to turn around at any point, making it flexible for different fitness levels and time constraints. The trail provides access to the natural creek corridor and surrounding forest ecosystem managed by the US Forest Service. The South Fork trail is a good option for those seeking a moderate distance hike in the Boulder Ranger District area. Hikers should check current conditions with the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest before heading out, as trail status and accessibility can vary seasonally.