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2023 saw a noticeable uptick in theft and vandalism on signs along The Colorado Trail, and we want to take a moment to help trail users understand what not to…
Trail Tip Tuesday - ACCLIMATIZING. Most people can acclimate with time. A very few people cannot; some have underlying medical conditions that may or may not be diagnosed, but these…
First posted March 5, 2019 - the information remains accurate. The Colorado Trail Foundation maintains a contact list of known, current shuttle drivers – both individuals and businesses – in…
Posted June 9, 2020 - CT travelers often carry the pocket-sized, official Colorado Trail Databook. It answers the all-important questions about upcoming water sources, mileages, elevations and enlightens the traveler…
Parking in Denver People planning their Colorado Trail thru-hike are often surprised to learn that there is no overnight parking at Waterton Canyon, the northern terminus of the CT and…
Water sources are abundant along most of The Colorado Trail. To keep from getting dehydrated and to plan how much water they carry along each stretch, trail users will need…
Trail Tip Tuesday – PACK OUT YOUR TOILET PAPER. Please help keep The Colorado Trail beautiful. Pack out your toilet paper. It is easy. Prepare at home by getting one…
Posted March 10, 2020 THIS REMAINS TRUE EVERY TRAIL SEASON - Quite a percentage of you CT distance travelers are planning the trip with your dog(s). Some dog travelers have…
As a result of unconfirmed reports of active bears in the area, the South Platte Ranger District has asked us to remind all Colorado Trail users to please use food…
During the 2023 hiking season, it is highly unlikely you will encounter wolves because there is only one documented pack in the state. This pack is over 200 miles north…