The Official Guidebook of The Colorado Trail Foundation
Particularly helpful with trip planning, getting to access points and as an on-Trail reference.
If you are planning an excursion on The Colorado Trail, we recommend that you utilize one or more of the following:
The Colorado Trail Databook
Small and light, it fits in your pocket and is popular with thru-hikers, bikers, and riders; providing all essential info for negotiating the Trail.
CTF Topographic Map Book
These topographical maps provide a much more detailed reference regarding the full terrain of the Trail.
General Location Maps
Below are maps of The Colorado Trail to give you a feel for the Trail’s general location. Click on the maps to view larger versions. Below each map are links to additional “Traveling the CT” trip planning resources.
Segments Map
See the segments list page for more detailed information on each trail segment.
Shaded Relief Map
Shaded relief map of The Colorado Trail. Poster Map available here.
Interactive Google Map
The map above is not created or maintained by the Colorado Trail Foundation. Click on the maps gear icon to set map type and enable layers such as precipitation, snow, mile markers, average temps, and much more!
Colorado Trail “Far Out” Smartphone App
Covering the entire Trail, it is becoming the go-to guide for tech-savvy Trail users.
Collegiate “East/West” Loop Mapbook
Topographical maps published by the Colorado Trail Foundation with detailed references for trail terrain.
Maps by National Geographic/ Trails Illustrated & Latitude 40°
These waterproof, tear-resistant maps can be used alone or in tandem with other Trail guides.
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Guides, Books & Maps
On this website you will find only the newest version of all guidebooks and maps, and buying from this site helps the Colorado Trail Foundation maintain the CT.
Segments of the CT
We have small maps and detailed trail segment information, including length and elevation gain, for all 33 segments that make up the entire 567 miles of the CT.
Trail Alerts & Conditions
Obstructions, reroutes and planned closures are mapped on the Trail Alert page. And although the CTF does not track current trail conditions, we do provide a list of resources to find good information.
567
Miles of Trail
45
Years in Action
13271
Highest Elevation
